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Zoom List Recordings

zoom_list_recordings
Read-only

Lists Zoom meeting recordings saved locally on this Mac (~/Documents/Zoom), newest first: meeting name, date, and which artifacts exist (transcript, captions, saved chat, audio, video). Local recordings only — no Zoom API, no admin approval. Use zoom_read_transcript to read the text of a meeting.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
limitNoMax recordings to return (default 20)

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
countNo
totalNo
recordingsNo

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior5/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint and destructiveHint, but the description adds valuable context: the exact local path (~/Documents/Zoom), sort order (newest first), and which artifact types exist (transcript, captions, saved chat, audio, video). It also notes no API access or admin approval needed, going 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.

Conciseness5/5

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

The description is compact but dense: each sentence adds distinct value (what is listed, where, ordering, artifact types, scope limitations, sibling pointer). No filler or redundancy. Front-loaded with the main purpose.

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 read-only list tool with one optional parameter, the description fully covers purpose, location, ordering, included data, exclusions, and alternative tools. An output schema exists for return values, so no need to describe the full response shape. Complete in 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 single parameter 'limit' has 100% schema coverage with a clear description and default. The tool description mentions 'newest first' which indirectly relates to how limit applies, but it does not add parameter-specific meaning beyond the schema. Baseline 3 is appropriate.

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?

Description clearly states the verb and resource: 'Lists Zoom meeting recordings saved locally on this Mac (~/Documents/Zoom)'. It specifies scope (local), sort order (newest first), and included fields (meeting name, date, artifacts). It also distinguishes from sibling zoom_read_transcript by pointing to it as the alternative for reading text.

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?

States 'Local recordings only — no Zoom API, no admin approval', which explicitly excludes cloud recordings and clarifies no special permissions. It also names zoom_read_transcript as the alternative for reading transcript text, giving clear when/when-not guidance.

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

A3.5/5.0
Disambiguation3/5

Many tools are clearly distinct per app (e.g., chrome_*, safari_*, m365_*), but there is notable overlap between generic file tools like `file_list` and `finder_list`, both listing files; `search_contacts` and `list_contacts` serve similar purposes; `report_friction` and `report_problem` both send feedback to the team. The large number of tools with similar purposes in different domains creates moderate ambiguity for an agent.

Naming Consistency4/5

The naming convention is very consistent overall: most tools follow a `{app}_action` or `verb_noun` pattern (e.g., `chrome_click`, `create_calendar_event`, `list_reminders`). There are minor deviations like `lmcp_install_upgrade` (two verbs) and `complete_omnifocus_task` vs. `complete_reminder` (inconsistent verb placement). Still, the pattern is predictable and readable across the full set.

Tool Count2/5

With 225 tools, the surface is extremely large and heavy. While it covers many distinct domains (browsers, mail, calendar, files, notes, reminders, video editing, web automation, etc.), the sheer number makes it hard to navigate and likely includes many rarely-used tools. This is far beyond the well-scoped range of 3-15 tools and feels excessive even for a 'local everything' MCP server.

Completeness3/5

For many app integrations, the tool set provides solid CRUD coverage (e.g., Calendar has create, read, update, delete; Apple Notes has create, read, update, list, search; OmniFocus has create, list, search, complete). However, some areas are incomplete: for example, there is no tool to create a new Mail folder or delete notes. The 'web' tools lack a clear update/delete for saved sessions. The suite is broad but has notable gaps within individual domains.