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xmp4_info

Get detailed information about a symbol in a project.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
docsNoInclude docs: none (default) | summary | full (xmp4_info only)
pageNoPage number (1-based, default 1; ignored by xmp4_info/xmp4_source)
projectYesProject id: 'repo/project' or 'repo/project/language'. Case-insensitive prefix match. Append '/Python'|'/CSharp'|'/Java'|etc. only to disambiguate multi-language projects (e.g. 'django/Django/Python' vs 'django/Django/JavaScript'). 1 match → proceeds; N → warning lists candidates; 0 → do NOT iterate guesses, call xmp4_projects(query=...) once then retry.
file_pathNoFile path to disambiguate
page_sizeNoResults per page (default 20, max 100)
symbol_nameYesSymbol name
output_formatNoOutput format: Compact (default) or Verbose

TDQS

C2.7/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only says 'get detailed information' without explaining what that includes, whether the operation has side effects, how pagination works, or what the return structure looks like. The schema hints at some behavior (e.g., page being ignored) but the description itself is opaque.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness2/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single under-specified sentence. While it has no fluff, it lacks essential context needed for the agent to use the tool effectively, making it under-specified rather than concisely informative.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (7 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is inadequate. It does not explain what the tool returns, how to interpret the output, or when to use it, relying entirely on the schema for behavioral context.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The schema description coverage is 100%, with detailed docs for all 7 parameters. The description adds no extra parameter semantics, so the baseline of 3 applies because the schema already provides comprehensive parameter meaning.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool retrieves detailed information about a symbol in a project, providing a specific verb and resource. However, it does not distinguish itself from siblings like xmp4_symbol_at or xmp4_search, which also deal with symbols, so it lacks sibling differentiation.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description neither mentions exclusions nor references sibling tools, leaving the agent without context for selecting xmp4_info over other symbol-related tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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TDQS

A3.7/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

Each tool targets a distinct purpose: callers vs callees vs usages vs tests_for are directionally different, grep vs search separates text from symbol queries, and outline/view/source/info each serve unique functions. No two tools clearly overlap.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tools follow a uniform 'xmp4_<snake_case_noun>' pattern with no mixed conventions or camelCase. The names are terse, descriptive, and predictably formatted.

Tool Count4/5

At 16 tools, this is slightly above the typical well-scoped range (3–15), but the breadth is justified by the comprehensive code-knowledge domain. Every tool covers a distinct feature, so the count feels reasonable rather than bloated.

Completeness5/5

The surface is remarkably complete for semantic code analysis: project discovery (xmp4_projects), symbol lookup (xmp4_search, xmp4_symbol_at, xmp4_info), navigation (xmp4_outline, xmp4_view, xmp4_source), relationship exploration (callers, callees, hierarchy, usages, tests_for), and supporting meta tools (guide, server, deps, grep). No obvious gaps exist for its stated purpose.