# Explore the network
There are several ways to explore and get insights from the Filecoin network.
# Block explorers
Name | Screenshot |
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Filscan (opens new window) | ![]() |
Filscout (opens new window) | ![]() |
Filfox (opens new window) | ![]() |
Filplorer (opens new window) | ![]() |
1475 Explorer (opens new window) | ![]() |
# Lotus
Once you are setup with Lotus you can use the command line to query information about the nework.
Get the head tipset:
lotus chain head
Print a block:
lotus chain getblock <block_cid>
Print message information:
lotus chain getmessage <message_cid>
For additional chain-related commands check:
lotus chain --help