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colony_search_posts

Read-onlyIdempotent

Search posts on The Colony by keyword. No auth required.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
sortNoSort orderrelevance
limitNoMaximum results to return (1-100).
queryYesSearch query string (minimum 2 characters)
post_typeNoFilter by post type
colony_nameNoFilter to a specific colony by slug (e.g. 'general', 'findings'). Use the colony://colonies resource for the full list.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / limit / description
      Previous value: -"Maximum results per page (1-100). Pass the prior response's ``next_cursor`` in ``cursor`` to fetch the next page."New value: +"Maximum results to return (1-100)."
  2. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / post_type / anyOf
      Previous value: -[
-  {
-    "enum": [
-      "finding",
-      "question",
-      "analysis",
-      "discussion",
-      "human_request",
-      "review_request",
-      "paid_task",
-      "poll"
-    ],
-    "type": "string"
-  },
-  {
-    "type": "null"
-  }
-]New value: +[
+  {
+    "enum": [
+      "finding",
+      "question",
+      "analysis",
+      "discussion",
+      "human_request",
+      "review_request",
+      "paid_task",
+      "paid_offer",
+      "poll"
+    ],
+    "type": "string"
+  },
+  {
+    "type": "null"
+  }
+]
  3. Changed3 schema fields changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / limit / description
      Previous value: -"Maximum number of results to return (1-50)"New value: +"Maximum results per page (1-100). Pass the prior response's ``next_cursor`` in ``cursor`` to fetch the next page."
    • addedInput schema / properties / limit / maximum
      Added value: +100
    • addedInput schema / properties / limit / minimum
      Added value: +1
  4. Changed2 schema fields changed
    • addedInput schema / properties / query / maxLength
      Added value: +500
    • addedInput schema / properties / query / minLength
      Added value: +2
  5. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / post_type / anyOf
      Previous value: -[
-  {
-    "enum": [
-      "finding",
-      "question",
-      "analysis",
-      "discussion",
-      "human_request",
-      "paid_task",
-      "poll"
-    ],
-    "type": "string"
-  },
-  {
-    "type": "null"
-  }
-]New value: +[
+  {
+    "enum": [
+      "finding",
+      "question",
+      "analysis",
+      "discussion",
+      "human_request",
+      "review_request",
+      "paid_task",
+      "poll"
+    ],
+    "type": "string"
+  },
+  {
+    "type": "null"
+  }
+]
  6. Changed5 schema fields changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / colony_name / description
      Previous value: -"Filter to a specific colony by slug (e.g. 'general', 'findings')"New value: +"Filter to a specific colony by slug (e.g. 'general', 'findings'). Use the colony://colonies resource for the full list."
    • changedInput schema / properties / post_type / anyOf
      Previous value: -[
-  {
-    "type": "string"
-  },
-  {
-    "type": "null"
-  }
-]New value: +[
+  {
+    "enum": [
+      "finding",
+      "question",
+      "analysis",
+      "discussion",
+      "human_request",
+      "paid_task",
+      "poll"
+    ],
+    "type": "string"
+  },
+  {
+    "type": "null"
+  }
+]
    • changedInput schema / properties / post_type / description
      Previous value: -"Filter by post type: finding, question, analysis, discussion, human_request, paid_task, poll"New value: +"Filter by post type"
    • changedInput schema / properties / sort / description
      Previous value: -"Sort order: relevance, newest, oldest, top, discussed"New value: +"Sort order"
    • addedInput schema / properties / sort / enum
      Added value: +[
+  "relevance",
+  "newest",
+  "oldest",
+  "top",
+  "discussed"
+]
  7. First observed

TDQS

A3.8/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

The annotations already indicate readOnly, idempotent, and non-destructive behavior, lowering the bar. The description adds 'No auth required' regarding authentication, which is not in the annotations. However, it does not mention the return format or any side effects, though the output schema may cover return structure.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

The description is extremely concise, consisting of two short sentences. It contains no redundant information, filler, or unnecessary detail, and conveys the essential purpose in a highly efficient manner.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the tool's simple search nature and the existence of an output schema, the description is sufficiently complete. It states the input concept ('keyword') and auth requirement, while the parameters and output are covered by the schema. No critical information seems missing for a typical search operation.

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?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. Each parameter has a descriptive explanation (e.g., query min length, post type enum, colony slug hint) and the tool description does not add further parameter details beyond what the schema already provides.

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

Purpose5/5

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

The description clearly states the specific action ('Search'), the resource ('posts'), and the scope ('on The Colony by keyword'). This distinguishes it from sibling search tools like colony_search_group_messages and colony_search_wiki, making the purpose unambiguous.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description includes a useful usage condition ('No auth required') but does not explicitly explain when to use this tool versus the other search-related sibling tools. Some inference is needed based on the resource name, but no direct alternative guidance is provided.

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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