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tide_canon

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Read a canon file (invariants, anti-patterns, concepts, framework-matrix, feature-mapping, troubleshooting, tidecloak-bootstrap, etc.)

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameYesCanon file name. Available: agent-authority, anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, tidify-compatibility, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy
partNoWhich part to return when the document is delivered in several parts. Omit for part 1; the response says how many there are.
sectionNoReturn only the section(s) whose heading contains this text, e.g. 'AP-62' or 'T-26'. Use it when another document points you at one entry.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed2 schema fields changed
    • addedInput schema / properties / part
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "Which part to return when the document is delivered in several parts. Omit for part 1; the response says how many there are.",
      +  "minimum": 1,
      +  "type": "integer"
      +}
    • addedInput schema / properties / section
      Added value: +{
      +  "description": "Return only the section(s) whose heading contains this text, e.g. 'AP-62' or 'T-26'. Use it when another document points you at one entry.",
      +  "type": "string"
      +}
  2. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / name / description
      Previous value: -"Canon file name. Available: agent-authority, anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy"New value: +"Canon file name. Available: agent-authority, anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, tidify-compatibility, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy"
  3. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / name / description
      Previous value: -"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy"New value: +"Canon file name. Available: agent-authority, anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy"
  4. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / name / description
      Previous value: -"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, version-policy"New value: +"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, verifiable-claims, version-policy"
  5. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / name / description
      Previous value: -"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, version-policy"New value: +"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, ux-states, version-policy"
  6. Changed1 schema field changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / name / description
      Previous value: -"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, version-policy"New value: +"Canon file name. Available: anti-patterns, breach-precedents, concepts, custom-contracts, feature-mapping, framework-matrix, hosting-options, iga-change-requests-api, invariants, redirect-handler, security-gap-mapping, security-runtime-probes, tide-neutralization, tidecloak-bootstrap, tidecloak-endpoints, troubleshooting, version-policy"
  7. First observed

TDQS

B3.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, so safety is covered by structured data. The description adds nothing beyond the schema — no mention of the multi-part delivery mechanics, size limits, or anything an agent couldn't already infer from the parameter docs.

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?

A single front-loaded sentence with no wasted framing. The parenthetical file list is somewhat redundant with the schema but is compact and harmless.

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?

For a read-only retrieval tool with a fully documented schema and annotations covering the safety profile, the description is sufficient. The absence of output-schema commentary is fine since none exists, and the schema explains part/section slicing.

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 description coverage is 100%, so both 'part' and 'section' are already documented with examples in the schema. The description's enumerated file list duplicates what the 'name' parameter description already provides, adding little new meaning. Baseline 3 applies.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description names a clear verb ('Read') and resource ('canon file') and enumerates the kinds of documents available. It lets an agent distinguish this lookup tool from siblings like tide_list or tide_playbook, though it never explicitly names an alternative.

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?

There is no statement of when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor any prerequisites. The list of file names hints at the domain but the agent must infer that this is the retrieval path for canon content referenced by other documents.

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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