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text_ascii_art

Read-onlyIdempotent

ASCII art generator client and server side from freedailypro

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
textYes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observed

TDQS

C2.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

The annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive, and closed-world behavior. The description adds only an unclear deployment reference ('client and server side') and does not explain output format, limitations, or other behavioral context beyond the annotations.

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

Conciseness3/5

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

The description is short and front-loads 'ASCII art generator', but the trailing brand/deployment phrase does not earn its place because it adds no actionable information.

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?

For a simple one-parameter tool with rich annotations, the missing piece is basic parameter meaning and expected output. The description leaves an agent without enough context to call it correctly beyond guessing from the name.

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

Parameters1/5

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

The schema has one required parameter, 'text', with 0% description coverage, and the tool description never mentions it. It does not explain what text to provide, acceptable length, or how the input affects the ASCII art.

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

Purpose3/5

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

The description identifies the tool as an ASCII art generator, which gives a basic verb and resource. However, 'client and server side from freedailypro' is vague and does not clarify the output or distinguish it from siblings such as binary_ascii or text_banner_copy.

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, what kinds of input text are appropriate, or how it differs from related text/art tools. Usage is only implied by the phrase 'ASCII art generator'.

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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