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NFT → Refresh NFT Metadata

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Overview

This node operation refreshes the metadata for a specific NFT on a selected blockchain using the OpenSea API v2. It is useful when you want to update or synchronize the NFT's metadata to reflect the latest information available on the blockchain or OpenSea platform. For example, if an NFT's metadata has changed or been updated off-chain, this operation triggers a refresh to ensure the node retrieves the most current data.

Use Case Examples

  1. Refreshing metadata for a newly updated NFT to display the latest traits and ownership information.
  2. Synchronizing NFT metadata after a transfer or sale to reflect the current state.

Properties

Name Meaning
Chain The blockchain network where the NFT resides, such as Ethereum, Polygon, or Solana.
Contract Address The smart contract address of the NFT collection.
Token ID The unique token ID of the specific NFT within the collection.
Additional Fields Optional parameters for pagination and ordering, such as limit, next cursor, order by, and order direction.

Output

JSON

  • resource - The resource type, here it is 'nft'.
  • operation - The operation performed, here 'refreshNftMetadata'.
  • timestamp - The ISO timestamp when the data was retrieved.
  • data - The raw response data from the OpenSea API after refreshing the NFT metadata.

Dependencies

  • OpenSea API v2

Troubleshooting

  • Common issues include invalid or missing contract address or token ID, which will cause the API request to fail.
  • If the API key credential is not provided or invalid, the request may be rate-limited or rejected by OpenSea.
  • Network or connectivity issues can cause request failures; ensure the node can reach the OpenSea API endpoint.
  • Error messages typically include HTTP status codes and error messages from the OpenSea API; verify input parameters and credentials to resolve.

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