How does gas limit affect Ethereum transactions?

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• Kamir Iqbal KamiNov 28, 2020 · 5 years ago
  The gas limit is a critical factor in Ethereum transactions. It represents the maximum amount of computational work that can be done in a block. When you send a transaction, you need to specify the gas limit, which determines the complexity and cost of executing the transaction. If the gas limit is set too low, the transaction may run out of gas and fail. On the other hand, setting a high gas limit can result in higher fees. It's important to find the right balance to ensure your transaction is successful without overspending on fees.
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• Ochoa HarrisonJun 24, 2025 · a month ago
  The gas limit is like the fuel tank of an Ethereum transaction. It determines how much gas (or computational power) the transaction can consume. Each operation in a transaction requires a certain amount of gas, and the gas limit sets the maximum amount of gas that can be used. If the gas limit is too low, the transaction may not have enough gas to complete its operations and will fail. On the other hand, setting a high gas limit can result in higher fees. So, it's important to set an appropriate gas limit based on the complexity of your transaction and the current network conditions.
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• Dong Ho DWAug 19, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Gas limit is a fundamental concept in Ethereum transactions. It acts as a safety mechanism to prevent infinite loops and denial-of-service attacks. When you send a transaction, you specify the gas limit, which represents the maximum amount of gas that can be used. Each operation in the transaction consumes a certain amount of gas, and if the gas limit is reached before the transaction is completed, it will be reverted. This ensures that transactions cannot consume an excessive amount of computational resources. So, the gas limit directly affects the success and cost of a transaction, as it determines the amount of work that can be done within a block.
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