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Onchainkit

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  • 1.2k repo stars
  • Updated August 1, 2026
  • bankrbot/clawdbot-skill

OnchainKit is a Claude skill that builds onchain applications on Base using Coinbase's OnchainKit React components and TypeScript utilities.

About

OnchainKit is a skill for building onchain applications with Coinbase's React component library and TypeScript utilities. A developer uses it to add wallet connection, token swaps, NFT display, checkout, and blockchain identity to a web app on Base. It ships scripts to scaffold a new onchain app and configure providers, so it matters when you want prebuilt UI for crypto features instead of wiring blockchain calls by hand.

  • React components for onchain apps on Base: wallet connect, swap, NFT, checkout, identity
  • Wraps Coinbase OnchainKit + wagmi; needs CDP API key and WalletConnect project ID
  • Includes scripts to scaffold and validate a new onchain app

Onchainkit by the numbers

  • 1 all-time installs (skills.sh)
  • Ranked #426 of 479 Web3 & Blockchain skills by installs in the Skillselion catalog
  • Data as of Aug 4, 2026 (Skillselion catalog sync)
At a glance

onchainkit capabilities & compatibility

Free SDK; needs a CDP API key and WalletConnect project ID; onchain transaction fees under $0.01 on Base

Capabilities
token swap · wallet connect · nft mint · onchain checkout
Works with
openai
Use cases
frontend · api development
Pricing
Bring your own API key
From the docs

What onchainkit says it does

OnchainKit provides ready-to-use, full-stack components that abstract blockchain complexity, making it easy to build onchain applications without deep blockchain knowledge.
SKILL.md
cost-effective transactions (< $0.01 fees)
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NEXT_PUBLIC_CHAIN_ID="8453" # Base mainnet
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What it does

Add wallet connection, token swaps, NFTs, and checkout to a React app on Base using Coinbase OnchainKit components.

Who is it for?

React developers adding wallet, swap, NFT, or checkout features to an app on Base

When should I use this skill?

when the user wants to create crypto wallets, swap tokens, mint NFTs, or build onchain payments

What you get

A React app with wallet connection, swaps, NFTs, and checkout running on Base.

  • wallet connection UI
  • swap interface
  • nft display

By the numbers

  • 6 core capability areas (wallet, identity, token, transaction, payment, NFT)
  • transaction fees under $0.01

Files

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OnchainKit

Build production-ready onchain applications using Coinbase's comprehensive React component library and TypeScript utilities.

Overview

OnchainKit provides ready-to-use, full-stack components that abstract blockchain complexity, making it easy to build onchain applications without deep blockchain knowledge. It offers AI-friendly components that work automatically on Base, requires no backend infrastructure, and provides cost-effective transactions (< $0.01 fees).

Quick Start

New Project Setup

# Create a new onchain app with all batteries included
scripts/create-onchain-app.py <project-name>

# Verify setup
scripts/validate-setup.py

Add to Existing Project

npm install @coinbase/onchainkit
# Setup configuration and providers
scripts/setup-environment.py

Core Capabilities

1. Wallet Connection & Management

Connect users to their crypto wallets with minimal code:

import { Wallet, ConnectWallet } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/wallet';

function WalletConnection() {
  return (
    <Wallet>
      <ConnectWallet />
    </Wallet>
  );
}

Use cases:

  • Wallet connection flows
  • Display wallet status
  • Manage connection state
  • Handle multiple wallets

Reference: references/wallet-integration.md

2. Identity Display

Show blockchain identities with ENS names, avatars, and verification badges:

import { Identity, Avatar, Name, Badge } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/identity';

function UserProfile({ address }) {
  return (
    <Identity address={address}>
      <Avatar />
      <Name />
      <Badge />
    </Identity>
  );
}

Reference: references/identity-components.md

3. Token Operations

Handle token swaps, purchases, and transfers:

import { Swap, SwapAmountInput, SwapButton } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/swap';

function TokenSwap() {
  return (
    <Swap>
      <SwapAmountInput />
      <SwapButton />
    </Swap>
  );
}

Supported operations:

  • Token swaps (any ERC-20)
  • Token purchases with fiat
  • Balance displays
  • Price feeds

Reference: references/token-operations.md

4. Transaction Building

Create and execute blockchain transactions:

import { Transaction, TransactionButton } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/transaction';

function SendTransaction({ calls }) {
  return (
    <Transaction calls={calls}>
      <TransactionButton />
    </Transaction>
  );
}

Reference: references/transactions.md

5. Payment Processing

Build checkout flows and payment processing:

import { Checkout, CheckoutButton } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/checkout';

function PaymentFlow() {
  return (
    <Checkout>
      <CheckoutButton />
    </Checkout>
  );
}

Reference: references/payments.md

6. NFT Integration

Display, mint, and manage NFTs:

import { NFTCard } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/nft';

function NFTDisplay({ contract, tokenId }) {
  return <NFTCard contract={contract} tokenId={tokenId} />;
}

Reference: references/nft-integration.md

Common Workflows

Setting Up a Complete App

1. Initialize project with create-onchain-app.py 2. Configure providers using setup templates 3. Add wallet connection with Wallet components 4. Implement core features (swap, buy, identity) 5. Test and deploy with validation scripts

Building a Token Swap App

1. Start with swap app template from assets/templates/swap-app/ 2. Configure token lists and supported chains 3. Add wallet connection flow 4. Implement swap interface 5. Add transaction confirmations

Creating an NFT Marketplace

1. Use NFT template from assets/templates/nft-mint/ 2. Set up NFT contract integration 3. Build minting interface 4. Add payment processing 5. Implement collection browsing

Configuration & Setup

Environment Variables

# Required for API access
NEXT_PUBLIC_CDP_API_KEY="your-api-key"
NEXT_PUBLIC_WC_PROJECT_ID="your-walletconnect-id"

# Optional configurations
NEXT_PUBLIC_CHAIN_ID="8453" # Base mainnet

Reference: references/configuration.md

Provider Setup

OnchainKit requires proper React provider configuration:

import { OnchainKitProvider } from '@coinbase/onchainkit';
import { WagmiProvider } from 'wagmi';

function App() {
  return (
    <WagmiProvider config={wagmiConfig}>
      <OnchainKitProvider
        apiKey={process.env.NEXT_PUBLIC_CDP_API_KEY}
        chain={base}
      >
        {/* Your app components */}
      </OnchainKitProvider>
    </WagmiProvider>
  );
}

Component Patterns

Progressive Enhancement

Start simple, add features as needed:

// Basic wallet connection
<ConnectWallet />

// Enhanced with custom styling
<ConnectWallet className="custom-wallet-button" />

// Full wallet interface with status
<Wallet>
  <ConnectWallet />
  <WalletDropdown>
    <Identity />
    <WalletDropdownDisconnect />
  </WalletDropdown>
</Wallet>

Composable Architecture

Mix and match components for custom workflows:

function CustomApp() {
  return (
    <div>
      {/* User identity */}
      <Identity address={address}>
        <Avatar />
        <Name />
      </Identity>
      
      {/* Token operations */}
      <Swap>
        <SwapAmountInput />
        <SwapButton />
      </Swap>
      
      {/* Payment processing */}
      <Checkout>
        <CheckoutButton />
      </Checkout>
    </div>
  );
}

Best Practices

Performance

  • Use component-level imports: import { Wallet } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/wallet'
  • Implement proper loading states
  • Cache API responses appropriately
  • Optimize for mobile experiences

Security

  • Never expose private keys in client code
  • Validate all transaction parameters
  • Use official OnchainKit providers
  • Implement proper error boundaries

User Experience

  • Provide clear transaction confirmations
  • Show loading states during blockchain operations
  • Handle wallet connection failures gracefully
  • Support multiple wallet types

Reference: references/best-practices.md

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  • Wallet connection fails: Check WalletConnect configuration
  • API errors: Verify API key and network settings
  • Transaction reverts: Validate contract calls and gas limits
  • Styling issues: Import OnchainKit CSS properly

Debug Steps

1. Check browser console for errors 2. Verify environment variables 3. Test with different wallets 4. Use validation script to check setup

Reference: references/troubleshooting.md

Templates & Examples

Quick Start Templates

  • Basic App: assets/templates/basic-app/ - Minimal onchain app
  • Token Swap: assets/templates/swap-app/ - Complete swap interface
  • NFT Minting: assets/templates/nft-mint/ - NFT marketplace
  • Commerce: assets/templates/commerce/ - Onchain store

Real-World Examples

  • Wallet connection with identity display
  • Multi-token swap interface
  • NFT collection with minting
  • Payment processing with receipts

Reference: references/examples.md

Advanced Features

Custom Chains

Support additional EVM chains beyond Base:

const customChain = {
  id: 123456,
  name: 'Custom Chain',
  // ... chain configuration
};

<OnchainKitProvider chain={customChain}>

MiniKit Integration

Build Farcaster Frame applications:

import { useMiniKit } from '@coinbase/onchainkit/minikit';

function FrameApp() {
  const { isReady } = useMiniKit();
  return isReady ? <YourFrameContent /> : <Loading />;
}

Reference: references/advanced-features.md

API Reference

OnchainKit provides both React components and utility functions:

  • Components: Pre-built UI components for common onchain operations
  • Hooks: React hooks for blockchain state management
  • Utilities: TypeScript utilities for data formatting and validation
  • Types: Complete TypeScript definitions

Reference: references/api-reference.md

Resources

Documentation

Support

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💡 Pro Tip: Start with npm create onchain to bootstrap a working app, then customize components as needed. The quickstart template includes all necessary configuration and examples.

🚀 Quick Win: Use the validation script after setup to ensure everything is working correctly before building custom features.

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FAQ

What chain does OnchainKit target?

It works automatically on Base; the default chain ID in setup is 8453 (Base mainnet).

What API keys does OnchainKit need?

A CDP API key (NEXT_PUBLIC_CDP_API_KEY) and a WalletConnect project ID (NEXT_PUBLIC_WC_PROJECT_ID).

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