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hedera_approve_nft_allowance

Approve a spender to transfer all NFTs in a collection. Builds an unsigned transaction for an NFT 'approve for all' allowance.

Instructions

Build (unsigned) an NFT allowance for all serials of a collection (approve-for-all).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
tokenIdYes
ownerAccountIdNoOwner (defaults to payer)
payerAccountIdNo
spenderAccountIdYes
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are present, so the description carries full burden. It states 'Build (unsigned)' implying the tool does not submit the transaction, but does not clarify side effects, authorization needs (signing), or that this is a potentially destructive operation (granting approval over all serials).

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, concise sentence that front-loads the core purpose. However, it sacrifices informative content for brevity given the tool's complexity.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

With no output schema and a complex domain (Hedera blockchain), the description omits critical context: what 'unsigned' means operationally, return value, and how to use the built object. This is insufficient for an agent to invoke correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters2/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is only 25% (only tokenId and spenderAccountId are required with no descriptions; ownerAccountId and payerAccountId have brief descriptions but still lack context). The description adds no parameter-level meaning beyond 'approve-for-all', leaving agents to guess formatting or defaults.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb 'Build' and resource 'NFT allowance for all serials of a collection', distinguishing it from sibling tools like hedera_approve_token_allowance (for specific serials) and hedera_approve_hbar_allowance (for HBAR). However, it could be more precise about the 'approve-for-all' concept.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like hedera_approve_token_allowance or hedera_approve_hbar_allowance. There is no mention of prerequisites (e.g., account association) or exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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