Exploring EOA Addresses on Blockscout
Blockscout provides comprehensive information about Externally Owned Accounts (EOA) on Ethereum and other EVM-compatible blockchains. This guide breaks down the sections of a Blockscout address page using Vitalik Buterin’s address (0xd8dA6BF26964aF9D7eEd9e03E53415D37aA96045) as an example.What is an EOA Address?
An Externally Owned Account (EOA) is a wallet address controlled by a private key, as opposed to a smart contract address. EOAs can initiate transactions, hold ETH and tokens, and interact with smart contracts.
Section A: Address Header & Identification
Address Information
| Field | Description | Example | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS Name (when applicable) | Ethereum Name Service domain | vitalik.eth | Human-readable address identifier |
| Address Hash | 42-character hexadecimal identifier | 0xd8dA6BF26964aF9D7eEd9e03E53415D37aA96045 | Unique blockchain address |
| Copy Button | Click to copy address | 📋 | Quick clipboard access |
| QR Code | Visual representation of address | QR icon | Easy mobile wallet scanning |
| Star Button | Add to favorites/watchlist | ⭐ | Personal tracking |
| Public Name Tag | Community-assigned label | ”Vitalik Buterin” | Identity verification |
| Additional Tags | Category labels | ”EOA”, “Gitcoin Grantee” | Classification information |
Action Buttons
| Button | Description | Function | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40+ | ENS names owned by the address | Open to show other ENS properties | ENS usage |
| 5 | Verify in other environments | Explore address on other explorers | Address credibility & transparency |
| Tag Menu (⋯) | Add tags | Add public & private tags | Tagging |
Section B: Navigation Tabs
Tab Overview
| Tab | Description | Content Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Details | Basic address information | Balance, tokens, statistics | Primary account overview |
| Transactions 50+ | All blockchain transactions | Incoming/outgoing transfers | Transaction history |
| Token transfers 50+ | ERC-20/ERC-721 movements | Token-specific activity | Asset tracking |
| Tokens 50+ | Token holdings | Current token balances | Portfolio overview |
| Internal txns 50+ | Contract-generated transactions | Smart contract interactions | Advanced activity |
| Coin balance history | ETH balance over time | Historical balance data | Balance tracking |
| Coin balance history | ETH balance over time | Historical balance data | Balance tracking |
Section C: Address Details
Basic Information
| Field | Description | Value Example | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance | Current ETH holdings | 4.77725266 ETH ($16,037.91) | Available funds |
| Tokens | Number of different tokens held | >153 (>$9,680,718.59) | Portfolio diversity |
| Net worth | Total portfolio value | >$9,696,756.50 | Overall wealth |
| Transactions | Total transaction count | 73,149 | Activity level |
| Transfers | Token transfer count | 282,412 | Token activity |
| Gas used | Total gas consumed | 789,854,535 | Network usage |
| Last balance update | Most recent activity | Block 22933842 | Freshness indicator |
Token Holdings Details
| Element | Description | Format | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Token Count | Number of unique tokens | ”>153” | Portfolio size |
| Total Value | USD value of all tokens | ”>$9,680,718.59” | Portfolio worth |
| Dropdown Arrow | Expand token list | ▼ | View individual tokens |
| Multichain Badge | Cross-chain presence | ”Multichain” with icons | Multi-network activity |
Section D: Advanced Features
Special Indicators
| Feature | Description | Appearance | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENS Integration | Domain name display | ”vitalik.eth” | Verified identity |
| Verified Status | Authentication markers | Checkmarks/badges | Trusted account |
| Multichain Data | Cross-network presence | Chain icons | View Multi-blockchain activity |
| Gas Optimization | Efficiency suggestions | ”Save 32% with GasHawk” | Cost reduction tips |
Action Capabilities
| Action | Description | Access Method | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copy Address | Copy to clipboard | Copy button | Address in clipboard |
| View QR Code | Generate QR code | QR button | Mobile-friendly display |
| Add to Watchlist | Personal tracking | Star button | Monitoring setup |
| Share Address | Social sharing | Share options | Public distribution |
Section E: Activity Analysis
Understanding Address Metrics
| Metric Range | Activity Level | Interpretation | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0-100 transactions | Light user | Occasional activity | Personal wallet |
| 100-1,000 transactions | Regular user | Consistent activity | Active trader |
| 1,000-10,000 transactions | Heavy user | High activity | Power user |
| 10,000+ transactions | Power user | Very high activity | Vitalik (73,149) |
Token Holdings Analysis
| Token Count | Portfolio Type | Risk Level | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 tokens | Conservative | Low | Basic portfolio |
| 10-50 tokens | Moderate | Medium | Diversified investor |
| 50-100 tokens | Aggressive | High | DeFi enthusiast |
| 100+ tokens | Experimental | Very High | Vitalik (153+) |
Net Worth Categories
| Value Range | Wealth Level | Classification | Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| <$1,000 | Small holder | Retail investor | Learning/testing |
| $1,000-$10,000 | Medium holder | Active investor | Serious participation |
| $10,000-$100,000 | Large holder | Significant investor | Substantial commitment |
| $100,000+ | Whale | Major investor | Market influence |