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Intent Execution

Definition

Intent execution refers to the process of fulfilling a user’s desired outcome in a decentralized system, often through automated means. In the context of decentralized finance (DeFi) and blockchain applications, users express an “intent” rather than specifying every granular step. Specialized protocols or “solvers” then automatically discover and execute the optimal sequence of transactions to achieve that intent, often leveraging advanced algorithms and off-chain computation. This abstracts away complexity for the user.