Refactor hooks for better readability

**Problem**
When working with api, the error messages could be more descriptive.

**Suggestion**
Improve error handling and add detailed error messages.

**Context**
This would help with debugging and maintenance.

Start by locating the hooks and API error-handling entry points in the repository. Review the existing error paths and surrounding conventions before deciding the scope. The work is done when the hook code is easier to read and API failures produce more descriptive messages, with relevant behavior verified.

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