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search_agents
Read-onlyIdempotent

Search tracked AI agents and frameworks by name, repo, description, or category, ranked by trust score.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
limitNo
queryNo
categoryNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
countYes
resultsYes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedOutput schema / (root)
      Previous value: -nullNew value: +{
      +  "$defs": {
      +    "AgentSearchResult": {
      +      "properties": {
      +        "category": {
      +          "anyOf": [
      +            {
      +              "type": "string"
      +            },
      +            {
      +              "type": "null"
      +            }
      +          ],
      +          "title": "Category"
      +        },
      +        "evidence_grade": {
      +          "anyOf": [
      +            {
      +              "type": "string"
      +            },
      +            {
      +              "type": "null"
      +            }
      +          ],
      +          "title": "Evidence Grade"
      +        },
      +        "name": {
      +          "anyOf": [
      +            {
      +              "type": "string"
      +            },
      +            {
      +              "type": "null"
      +            }
      +          ],
      +          "title": "Name"
      +        },
      +        "profile_url": {
      +          "title": "Profile Url",
      +          "type": "string"
      +        },
      +        "repo": {
      +          "anyOf": [
      +            {
      +              "type": "string"
      +            },
      +            {
      +              "type": "null"
      +            }
      +          ],
      +          "title": "Repo"
      +        },
      +        "trust_score": {
      +          "anyOf": [
      +            {
      +              "type": "number"
      +            },
      +            {
      +              "type": "null"
      +            }
      +          ],
      +          "title": "Trust Score"
      +        }
      +      },
      +      "required": [
      +        "name",
      +        "repo",
      +        "trust_score",
      +        "evidence_grade",
      +        "category",
      +        "profile_url"
      +      ],
      +      "title": "AgentSearchResult",
      +      "type": "object"
      +    }
      +  },
      +  "properties": {
      +    "count": {
      +      "title": "Count",
      +      "type": "integer"
      +    },
      +    "results": {
      +      "items": {
      +        "$ref": "#/$defs/AgentSearchResult"
      +      },
      +      "title": "Results",
      +      "type": "array"
      +    }
      +  },
      +  "required": [
      +    "count",
      +    "results"
      +  ],
      +  "title": "SearchAgentsResult",
      +  "type": "object"
      +}
  2. First observed

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate readOnly, openWorld, idempotent, non-destructive. Description adds that results are ranked by trust score, which is valuable beyond annotations. More details on search behavior (e.g., case sensitivity) could improve this.

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?

Single sentence, front-loaded with core purpose, no redundancy.

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 has an output schema, the description covers the input purpose and ranking well. It could mention optionality of parameters and pagination via limit, but overall sufficient for a search tool.

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 coverage is 0%, so description compensates by listing searchable fields (name, repo, description, category). However, it does not detail the 'limit' parameter or explain that all parameters are optional. The description adds some meaning but is not comprehensive.

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 tool searches agents and frameworks by multiple criteria (name, repo, description, category) and results are ranked by trust score. It distinguishes from siblings like check_agent_trust or compare_agents.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description implies usage for searching and ranking agents, but does not explicitly state when not to use or suggest alternatives. However, the context is clear.

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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