Block proposal frequency
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How often a validator receives block proposals, and is selected to be part of a , is entirely random. As long as you do not see missed proposals, there is absolutely nothing you can do to increase the frequency.
True randomness can feel quite odd. A validator not getting a proposal for 9 months is perfectly normal. A validator getting two proposals in a week is entirely normal. Over a large enough set, this evens out, but for a handful of validators, randomness can indeed feel unsettling.
To see the latest's statistics on block proposal frequency take a look at .
The tool by can be used to query the current average frequency of proposals and sync committees.
As of early 2024, it is roughly one proposal every 4 months and sync committee participation every 5 years.
No, it's random. There is nothing you can do to increase your chances at proposals, short of running more validators.