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context_read

Read-onlyIdempotent

Use the closed context read capability family from the frozen Brain Scanner policy.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
payloadYes
operationYes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observed

TDQS

D1.8/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

The annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, openWorldHint, and destructiveHint, and the description adds little beyond the word 'closed'. It does not disclose behavior such as how the two operations differ, what output to expect, or what projectId/sessionId/executionId scope means. There is no contradiction, but the description fails to add meaningful transparency.

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

Conciseness2/5

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

The description is short, but this is under-specification rather than effective conciseness. The single sentence provides no actionable information and does not earn its place.

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

Completeness1/5

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

The tool has a moderately complex oneOf schema with two operations and nested payload requirements, yet the description explains none of this. With no output schema and no behavioral context, the description is inadequate for selecting or invoking the tool correctly.

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

Parameters1/5

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

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description carries the full burden for explaining operation, payload, projectId, sessionId, and executionId. It mentions none of these parameters or their roles. An agent cannot infer call requirements from the description alone.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose2/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Use the closed context read capability family from the frozen Brain Scanner policy' essentially restates the tool name without stating a concrete verb, resource, or outcome. It does not say what data is read or how this differs from sibling tools like get_context_graph or get_context_overview.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No guidance is provided about when to use this tool versus alternatives such as get_context_graph, get_context_overview, graph_read, or knowledge_read. The reference to a 'frozen Brain Scanner policy' is vague and does not help an agent decide between sibling tools.

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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