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6 toolschecker_answerAnswer a question, get the next stepBInspect
Given a question id and the chosen option (its choice index), return the next question or the final verdict.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| choice | Yes | ||
| question | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It explains the return value but does not state whether answering records state, advances a session, has side effects, or requires any particular authorization. This is a meaningful gap for a tool named 'answer'.
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?
The description is a single sentence with no filler and no repetition of schema details. It front-loads the core behavior and keeps the necessary context tight.
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 two-parameter tool, the description captures the basic input/output flow adequately. However, without an output schema, it does not describe the structure of the returned 'next question' or 'final verdict', nor does it clarify whether the operation mutates state. These are notable gaps for an agent trying to call it correctly in a multi-step flow.
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?
With 0% schema description coverage, the description usefully maps `question` to a question id and `choice` to the selected option's index. This adds real meaning beyond the bare schema types, though it does not clarify how valid choice values are determined or what happens with an invalid choice.
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 clearly states the tool's function: given a question id and a chosen option index, it returns the next question or the final verdict. It is specific enough to distinguish the action from checker_start and checker_tree, though it does not explicitly name or contrast those alternatives.
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 guidance on when to use this tool versus its siblings, nor any mention of prerequisites such as starting a session first. The inputs are implied, but the agent is left to infer the appropriate call context from the tool name alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
checker_startStart: What can your business apply for?BInspect
The first question of the What can your business apply for? decision guide.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. It only says this is the first question; it does not state whether calling the tool resets guide state, returns a question payload, requires prior setup, or is idempotent. An agent cannot predict side effects or the nature of the response.
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?
The description is a single sentence with no filler, and it places the actionable role ('first question') right at the start. It is as concise as it could be while still conveying purpose.
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?
With no output schema and no annotations, the description must explain what the caller receives or what happens after invocation. It only identifies the step position in a guide, leaving the return value, state effects, and relationship to subsequent tools unexplained.
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?
The tool has zero parameters and schema coverage is 100%, so there is nothing for the description to add about parameter meaning. The baseline of 4 is appropriate for a parameterless tool.
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 clearly identifies the tool as the entry point to the 'What can your business apply for?' decision guide, using 'first question' to convey a specific role. It is distinguishable from siblings like checker_answer and submit_enquiry, though it could more explicitly state that it initializes or fetches the starting question.
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?
The phrasing 'first question' implies the tool should be called when beginning the decision guide, but it does not explicitly state when not to use it or mention any alternative flow. The sibling names suggest checker_answer or checker_tree might be used after starting, but this routing is not spelled out.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
checker_treeThe whole decision treeAInspect
Every question, option and verdict of the What can your business apply for? guide, for reasoning end to end.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It communicates that the tool exposes all questions, options, and verdicts, which conveys a read-only, complete-content behavior. It does not describe the structure, size, or any potential caveats, but for a static reference tree this is a moderate gap.
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?
The description is a single, well-formed sentence that front-loads the core idea ('Every question, option and verdict') and adds only the relevant purpose. No filler or redundancy.
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 zero-parameter tool with no output schema, the description is reasonably complete: it states the contents and suggests a use case. It could mention the return format or that it is a static dataset, but the simplicity of the tool makes the existing description adequate.
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?
The tool has zero parameters, and the input schema is empty with 100% coverage. Per baseline, a 4 is appropriate since there are no parameter meanings to clarify, and the description correctly implies no input is needed.
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 clearly identifies the resource (the entire decision tree) and its content (every question, option, verdict). The phrase 'whole decision tree' differentiates it from sibling tools like checker_start and checker_answer without needing to name them, though it stops short of explicitly stating a verb like 'retrieves'.
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?
The phrase 'for reasoning end to end' implies this tool is appropriate when an agent needs the complete tree in one shot, rather than stepping through it one node at a time. However, it does not explicitly state when to use it over checker_start or checker_answer, nor does it provide exclusion criteria.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
enquiry_describeWhat you get: an ENQUIRY with a human (not a purchase, not a guaranteed quote)AInspect
Read first. States plainly what submit_enquiry does on Business Grants Finder: it starts an enquiry with human providers who quote directly. Nothing is bought, ordered or paid; no quote is guaranteed; it is free. Also returns who receives the details, the consent wording, and how the person confirms.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries the burden of disclosure. It explains what the tool returns: who receives the details, the consent wording, and how the person confirms. It also clarifies that the underlying enquiry involves no purchase, no guaranteed quote, and is free. It does not explicitly state that enquiry_describe itself is read-only and side-effect-free, but the non-mutating verb 'states' and the 'Read first' framing strongly imply it.
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?
The description is compact and front-loaded with the most important instruction ('Read first'). Every clause adds relevant information about the enquiry flow and the tool's output, with no filler or repetition.
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 zero-parameter describe tool with no output schema, the description is complete. It tells the agent what the tool does, what behavioral context matters (free, no purchase, no guaranteed quote), and what the returned information covers (recipients, consent wording, confirmation process).
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?
The tool has zero parameters and 100% schema description coverage, so there are no parameter semantics to clarify. The baseline of 4 applies because the description does not need to compensate for any undocumented parameters.
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 clearly states the tool's function: it explains what submit_enquiry does on Business Grants Finder, including the fact that it starts an enquiry with human providers. It distinguishes itself from submit_enquiry by describing rather than performing the action, though it does not explicitly differentiate from the checker_* siblings.
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?
The opening 'Read first' provides clear context that this tool should be consulted before submitting an enquiry. It implies the agent should use this tool to understand the flow before calling submit_enquiry, but does not explicitly list when not to use it or compare it with sibling alternatives.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
enquiry_fieldsThe questions the enquiry asksAInspect
Every field of the Business Grants Finder enquiry: key, label, type, whether required, help text and the allowed options where there are any. Pass answers to submit_enquiry keyed by field key.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries the burden of behavioral disclosure. It clearly describes what the tool returns, but it does not explicitly state that it is a read-only operation with no side effects, nor does it mention any limitations or error behavior. The content is accurate and useful, but the absence of an explicit read-only statement is a small gap.
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?
The description is two sentences long with no wasted words. The first sentence defines the return value precisely, and the second sentence connects it to the submission workflow. The most actionable information is front-loaded.
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?
The description is complete enough for a simple metadata-retrieval tool, especially since there is no input schema and no output schema to lean on. It explains the contents of the response and how to use it. It could benefit from a small example or an explicit note that it performs no submission, but the prose already covers the essential context.
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?
The tool has zero parameters, so there is nothing for the description to clarify. The baseline of 4 applies because no parameter documentation is needed, and the description meaningfully explains how the output relates to submit_enquiry.
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 clearly identifies the tool as returning metadata about every field in the Business Grants Finder enquiry, listing the specific attributes (key, label, type, required, help text, options). The title reinforces this. It does not use an explicit verb like 'retrieve' or 'list', and it does not explicitly contrast itself with sibling enquiry_describe, so it stops short of a 5.
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?
The description gives practical usage guidance by telling the agent to pass answers to submit_enquiry keyed by field key. This implies the tool should be consulted before submitting answers. It does not explicitly state when not to use it or how it differs from enquiry_describe, but the guidance is sufficient for the common workflow.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
submit_enquirySubmit an ENQUIRY to human providers (two steps; not a purchase)AInspect
Submits an enquiry to Business Grants Finder — NOT a purchase, NOT a guaranteed quote. Step 1: call with the answers (keyed by field key from enquiry_fields) and consent=true; it validates and returns a summary, the consent line and a confirmation token — show the person the summary and the consent line. Step 2: only if the person agrees, call again with the same answers, consent=true and the confirmation token; the enquiry is then submitted, and the person receives an email with a link they must click before any provider sees it. Consent means the person has read and agreed to: "Happy for my details to go to a relevant grant or R&D specialist, who'll contact me directly."
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| answers | Yes | the person's answers, keyed by field key | |
| consent | Yes | true only when the person has agreed to: Happy for my details to go to a relevant grant or R&D specialist, who'll contact me directly. | |
| confirmation | No | the confirmation token from step 1, after the person has approved the summary |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description fully carries behavioral disclosure. It explains the validation step, the returned summary/consent/token, the two-step submission model, the email with a required click-through link, and that providers only see the enquiry after the link is clicked. Side effects and gating behavior are transparent.
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?
The description is longer than average, but every sentence earns its place by documenting a necessary procedural detail. Step 1 and Step 2 are clearly delineated, and the title front-loads the key caveat that this is not a purchase.
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 complex two-step tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is remarkably complete. It covers what to send, what to expect back, what to show the user, when to proceed, and the post-submission email/click behavior. It even points to enquiry_fields for valid answer keys.
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?
Although schema coverage is 100%, the description adds critical meaning: answers must be keyed by field key from enquiry_fields, consent is only valid when the person has agreed to the exact quoted sentence, and confirmation is the token from step 1 after approval. This goes well beyond the schema's basic property descriptions.
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 states a specific verb and resource ('Submits an enquiry to Business Grants Finder') and explicitly differentiates the tool from a purchase or guaranteed quote. The title reinforces the two-step nature and human-provider target, making the tool's purpose unmistakable.
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?
The description provides explicit step-by-step usage instructions: when to call once (with answers and consent=true), what to do with the response (show summary and consent line), when to call again (only if the person agrees, adding the confirmation token), and the condition that consent means agreement to the quoted text. It also states when not to use this tool (not for purchase or guaranteed quote).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Tool Schema Changelog
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
6 tool updates
- First observed
checker_answer - First observed
checker_start - First observed
checker_tree - First observed
enquiry_describe - First observed
enquiry_fields - First observed
submit_enquiry
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TDQS
Each tool has a unique role: checker_start initializes the guide, checker_answer advances it, and checker_tree exposes the full decision tree. On the enquiry side, enquiry_describe explains the process, enquiry_fields provides the schema, and submit_enquiry performs the submission. There is no meaningful overlap between tools.
Tool names consistently use snake_case and workflow prefixes (checker_ vs enquiry_), which makes grouping easy. However, the grammatical pattern varies: some are noun-led (checker_answer, checker_tree), some verb-led (checker_start, submit_enquiry), and enquiry_describe/enquiry_fields mix the two. This is a minor deviation rather than a chaotic naming scheme.
Six tools is well-scoped for the server's two linked workflows: navigating an eligibility decision guide and submitting a Business Grants Finder enquiry. Each tool earns its place, and there is no redundancy or excessive split.
The checker surface provides start, step-by-step navigation, and full tree visibility, while the enquiry surface covers process explanation, field schema, and the two-step consent-based submission. Together they cover the full user journey from eligibility assessment to enquiry submission with no obvious dead ends.