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Pre-flight a WHOLE task in one call: pass every tool you might use and get a compact verdict + recommendation (proceed | proceed_with_caution | avoid) for each, so you can plan around broken tools before you start. Call this once at the beginning of a multi-tool task instead of checking tools one at a time.

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
toolIdsYesTools or servers you plan to use (up to 50); short names, packages and repo slugs work.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / toolIds / description
      Previous value: -"Tool identifiers you plan to use (up to 50)."New value: +"Tools or servers you plan to use (up to 50); short names, packages and repo slugs work."
  2. First observed

TDQS

A4.5/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already establish that this is a read-only, non-open-world operation. The description adds useful behavioral context by explaining that it returns a compact verdict and recommendation with proceed, proceed_with_caution, or avoid outcomes, though it does not detail edge cases such as unknown tool names.

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?

Two tightly written sentences with the batch pre-flight purpose front-loaded and the usage timing immediately after. There is no redundant or filler language.

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?

Given one simple parameter, read-only annotations, and no output schema, the description provides enough: what to pass, when to call it, and what kind of verdict to expect. Nothing essential for correct invocation appears to be missing.

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 100%, so the single toolIds parameter and its up-to-50 limit are already documented in the schema. The description reinforces that the parameter should include every tool the agent might use, but does not add format or validation details beyond the schema baseline.

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?

States a specific verb and resource: pre-flight a whole task by passing multiple tools in one call. It clearly distinguishes this batch pre-flight action from checking tools one at a time, which differentiates it from sibling reliability/verification tools.

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?

Explicitly says to call it once at the beginning of a multi-tool task instead of checking tools individually. This gives clear timing and alternative behavior, leaving little ambiguity about when to use 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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