Brief summary
Corda Node Explorer is a free Windows application that helps you inspect and manage data stored by Corda nodes. It connects to nodes using Corda’s RPC layer to present detailed views of vault entries and transaction records, making routine inspection and troubleshooting faster.
Notable capabilities
- Provides clear access to transaction logs and the vault so you can trace state changes and events.
- Designed for Windows users at no cost, so teams can deploy it without licensing overhead.
- Uses the RPC interface to interact with Corda nodes, enabling live queries and data retrieval.
- Presents an approachable interface to simplify navigation of complex ledger structures.
- Useful for both developers and system administrators who need to monitor node activity and inspect state.
How it simplifies node management
The tool centralizes vital node information in one place so you don’t need to run multiple CLI commands or sift through raw logs. With searchable views and organized records, you can quickly locate transactions, examine vault contents, and verify state transitions — all from a graphical environment that reduces manual effort.
Suggested alternative
If you need another option, Universal Viewer (Free) is a commonly recommended substitute. It offers broad file and data format support and can serve as a complementary utility when you need to open exported records or examine related artifacts outside the Corda GUI.
Technical
- Windows
- Free