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Read-onlyIdempotent

List the knowledge objects carrying a tag (topics are content-backed tags). PAGED: 25 objects by default, 200 at most, and a response budget of about 64 KB per call — a page over budget comes back shorter WITH a next_cursor, never truncated. Read next_cursor and call again to continue, and its absence means you have the last page. Use this to browse a known topic; use search when you have a question rather than a tag, and get_overview to see which tags exist. An unknown tag comes back with the topics that do exist, so a miss still moves you forward.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
tagYesThe topic to list, spelled exactly as get_overview publishes it. Every published topic has objects under it, so an empty answer means the topic does not exist.
limitNoHow many objects to return. Defaults to 25.
cursorNoContinue from a previous call: pass the next_cursor it returned. Opaque; do not construct one.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
tagYes
totalYesHow many objects carry this tag, before paging.
resultsYes
recoveryNo
returnedYes
next_cursorNoPass to the next call to continue. ABSENT means this was the last page.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed7 schema fields changed
    • addedInput schema / properties / cursor
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "Continue from a previous call: pass the next_cursor it returned. Opaque; do not construct one.",
      +  "maxLength": 200,
      +  "minLength": 1,
      +  "type": "string"
      +}
    • addedInput schema / properties / limit
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "How many objects to return. Defaults to 25.",
      +  "maximum": 200,
      +  "minimum": 1,
      +  "type": "integer"
      +}
    • addedOutput schema / properties / next_cursor
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "Pass to the next call to continue. ABSENT means this was the last page.",
      +  "type": "string"
      +}
    • addedOutput schema / properties / results / items / properties / x
      Added value: +{
      +  "additionalProperties": {
      +    "additionalProperties": {},
      +    "propertyNames": {
      +      "type": "string"
      +    },
      +    "type": "object"
      +  },
      +  "description": "Indexed instance-specific attributes, grouped by namespace — the same fields api/index.json publishes. Absent when the instance declares none.",
      +  "propertyNames": {
      +    "type": "string"
      +  },
      +  "type": "object"
      +}
    • addedOutput schema / properties / returned
      Added value: +{
      +  "maximum": 9007199254740991,
      +  "minimum": -9007199254740991,
      +  "type": "integer"
      +}
    • addedOutput schema / properties / total / description
      Added value: +"How many objects carry this tag, before paging."
    • changedOutput schema / required
      Previous value: -[
      -  "tag",
      -  "results",
      -  "total"
      -]New value: +[
      +  "tag",
      +  "results",
      +  "total",
      +  "returned"
      +]
  2. Changed1 schema field changed
    • addedInput schema / properties / tag / description
      Added value: +"The topic to list, spelled exactly as get_overview publishes it. Every published topic has objects under it, so an empty answer means the topic does not exist."
  3. Changed1 schema field changed
    • addedOutput schema / properties / recovery
      Added value: +{
      +  "additionalProperties": false,
      +  "properties": {
      +    "available": {
      +      "items": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "array"
      +    },
      +    "available_count": {
      +      "maximum": 9007199254740991,
      +      "minimum": -9007199254740991,
      +      "type": "integer"
      +    },
      +    "available_truncated": {
      +      "type": "boolean"
      +    },
      +    "did_you_mean": {
      +      "items": {
      +        "type": "string"
      +      },
      +      "type": "array"
      +    },
      +    "hint": {
      +      "type": "string"
      +    },
      +    "next_tool": {
      +      "type": "string"
      +    }
      +  },
      +  "required": [
      +    "available_count",
      +    "available",
      +    "next_tool",
      +    "hint"
      +  ],
      +  "type": "object"
      +}
  4. First observed

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior5/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint=false, so safety is covered. The description adds pagination behavior (25 default, 200 max, ~64 KB budget, short pages with next_cursor), cursor semantics ('absence means you have the last page'), and unknown-tag behavior ('comes back with the topics that do exist'). These are meaningful behavioral details beyond annotations, with no contradiction.

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 packs purpose, pagination, cursor usage, and alternative-routing into a compact paragraph. Every sentence carries distinct information; no filler. The pagination note is conveniently front-loaded.

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

Completeness5/5

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

For a paged read-only list tool with an output schema, the description covers all required operational knowledge: how to handle cursors, edge case of unknown tags, and when to choose alternatives. Nothing an agent needs to invoke correctly is missing.

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 input schema already has 100% descriptive coverage of all three parameters (tag, limit, cursor). The description reinforces defaults and cursor semantics but doesn't add significant new meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 3 applies.

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?

States a specific verb and resource: 'List the knowledge objects carrying a tag' and clarifies that topics are content-backed tags. Explicitly differentiates from search and get_overview later in the text, which helps an agent distinguish this tool from siblings.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

Provides explicit routing: 'Use this to browse a known topic; use search when you have a question rather than a tag, and get_overview to see which tags exist.' Also gives guidance for unknown tags. This is explicit when-to-use and alternatives.

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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