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RibbleChain Explorer

The RibbleChain Explorer is a web-based tool for tracking transactions, smart contracts, and rollup activity on RibbleChain's Layer 1 (L1) and Layer 3 (L3) rollups. It provides real-time insights into network activity, making it essential for developers and users.

Accessing the Explorer​

Visit the RibbleChain Explorer at testnet.ribblescan.io. Switch between testnet and mainnet using the network selector.

Key Features​

1. Transaction Tracking​

Search for a transaction by hash:

  • Example: 0x1234...abcd
  • Displays gas used, block number, and status (pending, confirmed).

2. Rollup Monitoring​

View L3 rollup activity:

  • Select a rollup (e.g., my-rollup) from the "Rollups" tab.
  • Monitor batch submissions, proof statuses, and sequencer health.

3. Smart Contract Verification​

Verify and interact with smart contracts:

  • Upload the contract source code and ABI.
  • Use the "Read Contract" and "Write Contract" interfaces to call functions.

4. Cross-Chain Insights​

Track cross-chain messages and asset transfers:

  • Search by message ID (e.g., msg_1234).
  • View source and destination chain details.

Using the Explorer Programmatically​

Query the Explorer API:

curl https://testnet.ribblescan.io/api/tx/0x1234...abcd

Response:
{
  "txHash": "0x1234...abcd",
  "status": "confirmed",
  "blockNumber": 1001,
  "gasUsed": 21000,
  "rollupId": "my-rollup"
}

Integrate with a dApp:
const axios = require('axios');

async function getTxStatus(txHash) {
  const response = await axios.get(`https://testnet.ribblescan.io/api/tx/${txHash}`);
  console.log('Transaction status:', response.data.status);
}

getTxStatus('0x1234...abcd');

Best Practices

Bookmarking: Save frequently accessed rollups or contracts for quick access.
Filtering: Use filters (e.g., "Rollup ID", "Block Range") to narrow results.
Verification: Always verify contracts to ensure transparency.
Debugging: Cross-reference Explorer data with Debugging Tools.

Next Steps

Use the RibbleChain CLI for transaction submission.
Learn about Debugging Tools.
Explore Cross-Chain Messaging for bridge activity.