What happens if the gas limit is too low in an Ethereum transaction?

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• Nguyễn Đình HảoJun 29, 2023 · 3 years ago
  If the gas limit is set too low in an Ethereum transaction, the transaction may fail to be executed. This is because the gas limit determines the maximum amount of computational work that can be done in a transaction. If the gas limit is insufficient to cover the computational work required by the transaction, the transaction will run out of gas and be reverted. As a result, any changes made by the transaction will be discarded and the sender will lose the gas fees paid for the transaction.
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• mango_saplingJun 23, 2021 · 5 years ago
  Setting a low gas limit can also lead to delays in transaction confirmation. When a transaction runs out of gas, it is reverted and the gas fees paid are still consumed. This means that the sender will need to resend the transaction with a higher gas limit, resulting in additional gas fees. Moreover, if the network is congested, transactions with low gas limits may have lower priority and take longer to be included in a block.
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• Little NashJan 18, 2025 · a year ago
  In some cases, if the gas limit is set too low, the transaction may become stuck in a pending state indefinitely. This can happen if the gas limit is not sufficient to cover the computational work required by the transaction, but is still high enough to prevent the transaction from being reverted. In such cases, the transaction will remain in the pending state until it is manually canceled or until the gas limit is increased.
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• Julio HerreraMay 01, 2026 · a month ago
  As an expert in the field, I would strongly advise against setting a low gas limit for Ethereum transactions. It is important to carefully estimate the gas limit based on the complexity of the transaction and the current network conditions. Setting a reasonable gas limit ensures that the transaction will be executed successfully and avoids unnecessary fees and delays.
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• oaaidAug 20, 2023 · 3 years ago
  From my experience at BYDFi, we have seen cases where users set a low gas limit for their Ethereum transactions and ended up losing their gas fees without any successful execution. It is crucial to understand the importance of setting an appropriate gas limit to ensure the successful execution of transactions on the Ethereum network.
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• Sujit PandeyOct 19, 2021 · 5 years ago
  Setting a low gas limit in an Ethereum transaction is like trying to drive a car with an empty fuel tank. You won't get very far, and you'll end up stranded on the side of the road. So, if you want your Ethereum transactions to reach their destination smoothly, make sure to set a sufficient gas limit!
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