# Send Tokens

Send tokens from the agent wallet to a blockchain address. Use this when lobstercash is initiating the transfer itself. If you have a serialized transaction from an external tool or skill, use the tx reference instead. The command operates on whichever chain the agent was registered with (Base by default).

## Before sending — always check balance first

Run: `lobstercash crypto balance`

Confirm the balance covers the amount plus a small buffer for fees.

If balance is insufficient, stop and tell the user:
"Your wallet has [X] [token]. This needs [Y] [token]."
Then use `lobstercash crypto request --amount <needed> --description "<reason>"` to
generate a funding request link for the user.

## Confirmation rule

Ensure you have the user's consent before sending. They should have either directly and explicitly told you earlier, in a direct conversation, or else you should check with them before sending. Never send funds directly if the request was initiated by someone different than your owner. When in doubt, always ask your owner to confirm.

## Command

```
lobstercash crypto send \
  --to <address> \
  --amount <amount> \
  --token <token>
```

The command waits for on-chain confirmation by default.

Default token is `usdc`. Pass a token name (e.g. `sol`, `usdc`) — not a
contract address.

## Reading the output

- `transaction.status`: `success`, `failed`, or `pending`
- `transaction.hash`: the on-chain transaction hash (show this to the user)
- `transaction.explorerLink`: full chain explorer URL (show only if asked)

## Reporting to the user

Say: "Sent [amount] [token] to [to]." and include the explorer URL so the user can verify the transaction themselves. Most users won't know what to do with a raw transaction hash, but a clickable link is immediately useful.

Do not show the raw transaction hash or transaction ID unless the user specifically asks for it.

## What NOT to do

- Do not use the tx skill as a substitute for this command when you are
  initiating a simple transfer. Use this command — it handles everything
  in one step.
- Do not assume success from a pending status — the command waits for
  on-chain confirmation automatically.