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portal_evm_query_token_transfers
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Find token transfers on EVM networks by token, sender, or recipient to trace asset movement and answer 'did token X move?' questions.

Instructions

Query token-transfer activity on EVM without needing to remember Transfer event signatures. Best for "did token X move?" and asset-tracing questions.

COMMON USER ASKS:

  • Recent USDC transfers

  • First recent USDC transfer

WHEN TO USE:

  • You want ERC-20 style transfer activity filtered by token, sender, or recipient.

  • You want the fastest answer to a token movement question like "did USDC move?".

  • You are tracing suspicious, stolen, bridged, or exploit-related token movement and need sender/recipient/transaction pivots.

  • You want the easiest raw transfer query on an EVM network.

  • You need the first matching transfer in a bounded window without typing the Transfer topic hash.

DON'T USE:

  • You need arbitrary event logs beyond token transfers.

EXAMPLES:

  • Recent USDC transfers: {"network":"base-mainnet","timeframe":"1h","token_symbols":["USDC"],"limit":20}

  • First recent USDC transfer: {"network":"base-mainnet","timeframe":"1h","token_symbols":["USDC"],"scan_order":"earliest","limit":1}

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
limitNoMax transfers
cursorNoContinuation cursor from a previous response
networkNoNetwork name or alias. Optional when continuing with cursor.
to_blockNoEnding block number. RECOMMENDED: <10k blocks for fast responses.
timeframeNoTime range (e.g., '1h', '24h'). Alternative to block numbers.
from_blockNoStarting block number
scan_orderNoWhich side of the block window to scan first. Use earliest for first-transfer questions.latest
to_addressesNoRecipient addresses
to_timestampNoEnding timestamp. Accepts Unix seconds, Unix milliseconds, ISO datetime, or relative input like "now".
token_symbolsNoToken symbols to resolve via open token-list data, e.g. ["USDC"]. Merges with token_addresses.
from_addressesNoSender addresses
from_timestampNoStarting timestamp. Accepts Unix seconds, Unix milliseconds, ISO datetime, or relative input like "1h ago".
token_addressesNoToken contract addresses
include_token_infoNoInclude token metadata (symbol, decimals) inline. Avoids separate token metadata lookups.
max_token_symbol_matchesNoMaximum token-list matches to include per token symbol. Use token_addresses for deterministic single-contract filters.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
_uiNoOptional chart, table, and follow-up presentation metadata.
_llmNoHints that help an AI client locate the primary evidence.
_metaNoNetwork, block range, timing, and row-count metadata.
errorNoStructured failure details when the tool cannot complete the request.
itemsNoPrimary result rows when the tool returns a list.
valueNoPrimary result when the tool returns a scalar value.
answerNoConcise answer grounded in the returned blockchain data.
_noticeNoImportant limitation or truncation notice.
displayNoPlain-language labels for presenting the result.
_noticesNoImportant limitations or truncation notices.
_summaryNoHuman-readable summary of the result.
_coverageNoCompleteness of the requested window and result set.
_evidenceNoReplayable arguments, exact-data digest, row count, and completeness receipt.
_orderingNoOrdering guarantees for the returned data.
_executionNoBounded execution and scan details.
_freshnessNoFreshness and finality information for the returned data.
next_stepsNoSafe follow-up actions and continuation guidance.
_paginationNoPagination state and an optional continuation cursor.
investigationNoEvidence paths, useful pivots, and result limitations.
pipes_handoffNoOptional SQD Pipes guidance for custom data needs.
_tool_contractNoTool identity, intent, and supported blockchain families.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. Changed1 schema field changedv0.8.3
    • addedOutput schema / properties / _evidence
      Added value: +{
      +  "additionalProperties": {},
      +  "description": "Replayable arguments, exact-data digest, row count, and completeness receipt.",
      +  "propertyNames": {
      +    "type": "string"
      +  },
      +  "type": "object"
      +}
  2. Changed7 schema fields changedv0.8.2
    • changedInput schema / $schema
      Previous value: -"http://json-schema.org/draft-07/schema#"New value: +"https://json-schema.org/draft/2020-12/schema"
    • removedInput schema / additionalProperties
      Removed value: -false
    • addedInput schema / properties / from_timestamp / anyOf
      Added value: +[
      +  {
      +    "type": "number"
      +  },
      +  {
      +    "type": "string"
      +  }
      +]
    • removedInput schema / properties / from_timestamp / type
      Removed value: -[
      -  "number",
      -  "string"
      -]
    • addedInput schema / properties / to_timestamp / anyOf
      Added value: +[
      +  {
      +    "type": "number"
      +  },
      +  {
      +    "type": "string"
      +  }
      +]
    • removedInput schema / properties / to_timestamp / type
      Removed value: -[
      -  "number",
      -  "string"
      -]
    • changedOutput schema / (root)
      Previous value: -nullNew value: +{
      +  "$schema": "https://json-schema.org/draft/2020-12/schema",
      +  "additionalProperties": {},
      +  "properties": {
      +    "_coverage": {
      +      "description": "Completeness of the requested window and result set."
      +    },
      +    "_execution": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Bounded execution and scan details.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "_freshness": {
      +      "description": "Freshness and finality information for the returned data."
      +    },
      +    "_llm": {
      +      "description": "Hints that help an AI client locate the primary evidence."
      +    },
      +    "_meta": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Network, block range, timing, and row-count metadata.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "_notice": {
      +      "description": "Important limitation or truncation notice.",
      +      "type": "string"
      +    },
      +    "_notices": {
      +      "description": "Important limitations or truncation notices.",
      +      "items": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "array"
      +    },
      +    "_ordering": {
      +      "description": "Ordering guarantees for the returned data."
      +    },
      +    "_pagination": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Pagination state and an optional continuation cursor.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "_summary": {
      +      "description": "Human-readable summary of the result.",
      +      "type": "string"
      +    },
      +    "_tool_contract": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Tool identity, intent, and supported blockchain families.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "_ui": {
      +      "description": "Optional chart, table, and follow-up presentation metadata."
      +    },
      +    "answer": {
      +      "description": "Concise answer grounded in the returned blockchain data.",
      +      "type": "string"
      +    },
      +    "display": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Plain-language labels for presenting the result.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "error": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Structured failure details when the tool cannot complete the request.",
      +      "properties": {
      +        "code": {
      +          "type": "string"
      +        },
      +        "origin": {
      +          "type": "string"
      +        },
      +        "retry_after_ms": {
      +          "type": "number"
      +        },
      +        "retryable": {
      +          "type": "boolean"
      +        },
      +        "suggestions": {
      +          "items": {
      +            "type": "string"
      +          },
      +          "type": "array"
      +        },
      +        "summary": {
      +          "type": "string"
      +        }
      +      },
      +      "required": [
      +        "code",
      +        "origin",
      +        "summary",
      +        "retryable",
      +        "suggestions"
      +      ],
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "investigation": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Evidence paths, useful pivots, and result limitations.",
      +      "propertyNames": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "items": {
      +      "description": "Primary result rows when the tool returns a list.",
      +      "items": {},
      +      "type": "array"
      +    },
      +    "next_steps": {
      +      "additionalProperties": {},
      +      "description": "Safe follow-up actions and continuation guidance.",
      +      "properties": {
      +        "actions": {
      +          "items": {
      +            "additionalProperties": {},
      +            "propertyNames": {
      +              "type": "string"
      +            },
      +            "type": "object"
      +          },
      +          "type": "array"
      +        },
      +        "continuation": {
      +          "additionalProperties": {},
      +          "propertyNames": {
      +            "type": "string"
      +          },
      +          "type": "object"
      +        },
      +        "custom_data": {
      +          "additionalProperties": {},
      +          "propertyNames": {
      +            "type": "string"
      +          },
      +          "type": "object"
      +        }
      +      },
      +      "required": [
      +        "actions"
      +      ],
      +      "type": "object"
      +    },
      +    "pipes_handoff": {
      +      "description": "Optional SQD Pipes guidance for custom data needs."
      +    },
      +    "value": {
      +      "description": "Primary result when the tool returns a scalar value."
      +    }
      +  },
      +  "type": "object"
      +}
  3. First observedv0.7.9

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, openWorldHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, so the safety profile is covered. The description adds valuable behavioral context by framing this as the fastest/easiest raw transfer query, supporting earliest/latest scan order for 'first matching transfer' questions, and hiding the Transfer topic-hash burden.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

The description is substantial but tightly organized under COMMON USER ASKS, WHEN TO USE, DON'T USE, and EXAMPLES. The core statement is front-loaded, and every section earns its place; the examples replace lengthy explanations with exact invocations.

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

Completeness5/5

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

For a 15-parameter tool with full schema coverage, readable annotations, and an output schema, this description supplies the missing operational understanding: when to prefer it, when to avoid it, and exactly how to invoke it with realistic examples. Nothing an agent needs to correctly select and call the tool is missing.

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

Parameters4/5

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

With 100% schema coverage, the baseline is 3, and the schema already documents all 15 parameters. The description meaningfully adds on top by showing concrete payload examples that combine network, timeframe, token_symbols, limit, and scan_order for 'Recent USDC transfers' and 'First recent USDC transfer'.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description opens with a specific verb and resource ('Query token-transfer activity on EVM') and immediately distinguishes the tool by removing the need to know Transfer event signatures. The common asks and the DON'T USE section clearly separate it from the sibling log-querying tools, so an agent knows exactly what this tool is for.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

A dedicated WHEN TO USE list provides concrete decision conditions, such as 'did USDC move?' and tracing suspicious/stolen/bridged movement. The DON'T USE section explicitly routes 'arbitrary event logs beyond token transfers' to the logs tool, giving unambiguous guidance on when not to choose this tool.

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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