toolbox_search
Search packages through Elixir Toolbox
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| query | Yes | Search query string |
Search packages through Elixir Toolbox
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| query | Yes | Search query string |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It implies a read-only lookup but never states that explicitly, nor covers result format, pagination, or limits. For a search tool with zero structured coverage, this is thin.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
A single short sentence with no wasted words and the core action front-loaded. It is efficient, though arguably terse to the point of under-specification.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a simple one-parameter search with no output schema, the basics are covered. But the absence of any distinction from the sibling 'search' or mention of what results look like leaves real gaps for correct tool selection.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
There is a single 'query' parameter with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema already documents it. The description adds no syntax, matching behavior, or format guidance beyond what the schema provides, making the baseline 3 appropriate.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description names a specific verb ('Search') and resource ('packages through Elixir Toolbox'), so the action is unambiguous. However, it offers no differentiation from the sibling tool 'search', leaving the agent to guess which one to pick.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
There is no statement of when to use this tool versus the near-identical sibling 'search', nor any prerequisites or context. The agent must infer usage entirely from the name.
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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