eth_getBlockByNumber - Monad RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Monad. Perfect for high-performance dApp developers, DeFi builders, and teams requiring Ethereum compatibility at scale building on the parallel EVM L1 delivering 10,000 TPS with 400ms blocks and sub-cent gas fees.
Returns information about a block by block number on Monad.
Why Monad? Build on the parallel EVM L1 delivering 10,000 TPS with 400ms blocks and sub-cent gas fees with optimistic parallel execution, MonadBFT consensus, $244M Paradigm-led funding, and consumer-grade validator hardware requirements.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByNumber method is essential for:
- Block explorers - Display complete block information
- Transaction indexers - Process all transactions in a block
- Analytics platforms - Analyze blockchain data for high-throughput DeFi, latency-sensitive trading, and scalable EVM applications
- Timestamp verification - Get block timestamps for time-based logic
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block number or parameter format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block does not exist |
Related Methods
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eth_blockNumber
Get the current block height on Monad. Essential for syncing dApps, monitoring transaction confirmations, and blockchain state tracking.
eth_getBlockByHash
Retrieve complete block data by block hash on Monad. Essential for high-performance dApp developers, DeFi builders, and teams requiring Ethereum compatibility at scale building on the parallel EVM L1 delivering 10,000 TPS with 400ms blocks and sub-cent gas fees.