Solana: Signer added when using has_one

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Using has_one in Solana: Hidden requirement for additional signature

In the field of solar, accounts can be defined with different restrictions to ensure proper permission and functionality. One such restriction is the use of has_one, which allows developers to state that the account should have exactly one account for a child.

However, when you use has_one with specific rules such as admin, it is not clear immediately what exactly is happening. The closer study reveals that the addition of a second signing requirement through 'has_one can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior, even if only the administrator is declared as such.

In this article, we will deepen the specifics of the use of has_one with specific rules for Solana and we will study when an additional signing requirement can be added, although only the administrator is declared.


Syntax has_one

When you define an account with a limit like has_one, the syntax looks like this:

`Rust

#[Account (

...

has_one (

Child_Account: Address,

Child_signer: Address,

),

))

Here we see that two new fields are added to the account structure:

  • Child_account: This is the account that should exist with the definition.

  • Child_signer: This specifies that only this child's account can be signed by the corresponding signing.


The signing administrator requirement



Now, let's look at what happens when we use the requirement for the signator administrator (has_one (admin)) with a specific rule such as admin:

`Rust

#[Account (

...

has_one (

Administrator: address,

),

))

In this scenario, an additional signing requirement is added to the account, although only the administrator account is declared as such.


Tap: Only one account for a child is required

Solana: Signer added when using has_one

When using has_one with a specific rule such as admin, it is essential to note that it is not necessary to sign the child from the child's account. Instead, the administrator must sign his own account, which serves as a child. Therefore, an additional signing requirement is added to the parent account.


Conclusion

In summary, when usinghas_onewith specific rules such as admin, it is crucial to understand that only one account for a child is actually necessary and signed by the corresponding signature. Adding an additional signing requirement can sometimes lead to unexpected behavior, even if only the administrator is declared as such.

As developers, it is essential to carefully evaluate the limitations of any definition of the Solana account to ensure proper permission and functionality. Understanding these nuances, you can write a healthier and more effective code that uses the power of `has_one, while minimizing unnecessary signatures.

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