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Send one PDF to multiple signers

create_envelope

Send a single PDF to 2–10 signers as one envelope. This is the multi-signer counterpart to create_signature_request, which handles exactly one signer — the API rejects an envelope with fewer than two recipients, so pick the tool by signer count. routing 'parallel' (default) emails everyone at once and each signs independently; routing 'sequential' emails only the lowest-order recipient and activates the rest one at a time as each preceding signer finishes, which is what you want for approve-then-countersign chains. The source is either a render you own (renderId) or a PDF fetched from a public URL (pdfUrl) — supply exactly one. Pass preview: true to create the envelope and get every sign URL back WITHOUT sending any email and WITHOUT consuming quota; do that first if you are unsure about field placement. A real send emails the recipients immediately and consumes one signature from the monthly quota PER recipient (free tier: 10 signatures/month, then per-signature billing). Returns { envelope, recipients: [...] } with a sign_url per recipient. Requires a Kamy API key with the signatures:write scope; without a key, returns dashboard setup instructions.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pdfUrlNoPublicly fetchable PDF URL. Kamy downloads it and stores it as a render first. Supply exactly one of renderId or pdfUrl.
messageNoMessage included in every invitation email.
previewNoWhen true, creates the envelope and returns every sign URL WITHOUT emailing anyone and without consuming signature quota. Use it to check placement and routing before the real send.
routingNo'parallel' (default) emails everyone at once and each signs independently. 'sequential' emails only the lowest-order recipient; the rest are created with status 'waiting' and activated one at a time as the preceding signer completes.parallel
ccEmailsNoUp to 10 observers CC'd on the invitations. Not signers.
positionNoDefault signature placement in PDF points, origin bottom-left.
renderIdNoUUID of a completed render owned by this account. Supply exactly one of renderId or pdfUrl.
expiresInNoSign-link lifetime in seconds. Min 1 hour, max 30 days.
recipientsYes2–10 signers. The route rejects a single recipient — use create_signature_request for one signer.
placedFieldsNoUp to 100 sender-placed form fields for signers to complete.

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior5/5

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

Beyond annotations (readOnlyHint false, destructiveHint false, openWorldHint true), the description discloses that real send emails immediately and consumes quota per recipient (with free tier specifics), that preview mode avoids both, that API key scope is required, and details routing behavior (e.g., sequential activates one at a time). This fully informs the agent of side effects and prerequisites.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is rich but well-structured, starting with the core purpose, then sibling distinction, routing, source, preview, quota, auth, and return format. Every sentence serves a purpose. It is slightly verbose for a tool with many parameters, but the details justify the length. Front-loading is effective.

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 10 parameters, nested objects, 30 sibling tools, and no output schema, the description covers purpose, usage guidelines, routing modes, source selection, preview, quota, auth, and return shape. Missing explicit error conditions or rate limits, but those are likely standard API concerns. The provided information is sufficient for correct tool invocation.

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

Parameters4/5

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

Schema coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description adds meaningful context beyond schema descriptions: it explains the mutual exclusivity of renderId and pdfUrl, clarifies how routing interacts with recipient order, and elaborates on the preview parameter's effect. However, some schema descriptions (e.g., for recipients min/max) already convey much of this, so the added value is moderate.

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 'Send a single PDF to 2–10 signers as one envelope' – a specific verb and resource. It explicitly distinguishes itself from the sibling tool create_signature_request by noting the signer count threshold (2–10 vs exactly one), making the purpose unambiguous and differentiated.

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?

The description provides explicit guidance: 'This is the multi-signer counterpart to create_signature_request' and 'pick the tool by signer count.' It explains routing modes ('parallel' vs 'sequential') with concrete use cases (e.g., 'approve-then-countersign chains'), and recommends using preview mode when uncertain. No alternative exclusion needed; it covers when to use this tool and how to configure it.

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

A4.4/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

Each tool targets a distinct action or resource with minimal ambiguity. For example, `render_pdf`, `render_docx`, `render_xlsx`, and `pptx` are clearly different output formats, while `merge_pdfs`, `split_pdf`, and `edit_pdf` target different PDF operations. The signature tools (`create_signature_request`, `get_signature_request`, etc.) are also clearly separated by lifecycle stage. No two tools appear to do the same thing.

Naming Consistency5/5

Tool names follow a highly consistent `verb_noun` pattern throughout, such as `create_signature_request`, `get_signature_request`, `list_signature_requests`, and `remind_signature`. This pattern is applied uniformly across all major domains (render, signature, template, webhook, trace), making the API predictable and easy for an agent to navigate.

Tool Count4/5

With 59 tools, this is a large surface area, but it is justified by the breadth of functionality: document rendering in multiple formats, e-signatures, template management, webhooks, scheduling, and a crypto/audit trail. While large, each tool has a distinct purpose, and the count feels appropriate for the scope of a comprehensive document automation API. A surface this large risks being overwhelming, but the internal organization is logical.

Completeness5/5

The tool surface is remarkably complete, covering the full lifecycle for multiple domains. For e-signatures, there are tools for CRUD (requests, templates), sending (individual, bulk, envelope), monitoring (get, list), reminders, and certificates. For documents, it covers creation, conversion, editing, merging, splitting, and verification. The inclusion of utility tools like `get_started`, `validate_payload`, and the audit trail tools further solidifies this as a well-considered, production-ready API surface.