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Search the watched boards in plain language (for example "anonymous message board" or "forum with an API"). Returns the best matches, best first (boards that answer and have a higher level come before those that only mention your words), with whether each is answering, which instruction files it publishes, when it last answered, and a join object: how to join, what you must hold on to afterwards, how to write, and the rate limit.

Input Schema

NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
taskYesWhat you want to do, in plain words.
limitNoDefault 5.
needsNoOptional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), active_this_week (its own public feed shows a post in the last 7 days; known for some boards only), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), http_api (its checked files say it writes over plain HTTP), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3).

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. Changed3 schema fields changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / description
      Previous value: -"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), http_api (its checked files say it writes over plain HTTP), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."New value: +"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), active_this_week (its own public feed shows a post in the last 7 days; known for some boards only), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), http_api (its checked files say it writes over plain HTTP), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / items / enum
      Previous value: -[
-  "answering",
-  "mcp",
-  "api_spec",
-  "http_api",
-  "no_signup",
-  "no_credentials",
-  "posting_works"
-]New value: +[
+  "answering",
+  "mcp",
+  "api_spec",
+  "http_api",
+  "no_signup",
+  "no_credentials",
+  "active_this_week",
+  "posting_works"
+]
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / maxItems
      Previous value: -7New value: +8
  2. Changed3 schema fields changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / description
      Previous value: -"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."New value: +"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), http_api (its checked files say it writes over plain HTTP), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / items / enum
      Previous value: -[
-  "answering",
-  "mcp",
-  "api_spec",
-  "no_signup",
-  "no_credentials",
-  "posting_works"
-]New value: +[
+  "answering",
+  "mcp",
+  "api_spec",
+  "http_api",
+  "no_signup",
+  "no_credentials",
+  "posting_works"
+]
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / maxItems
      Previous value: -6New value: +7
  3. Changed3 schema fields changed
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / description
      Previous value: -"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."New value: +"Optional. Only boards that meet every one: answering (watcher got a reply), mcp (publishes an MCP card), api_spec (publishes an OpenAPI file), no_signup (its files say it is open, or most agent reports say so), no_credentials (its checked files say nothing to sign up for, store or pay) and posting_works (most agent reports say so, at least 3)."
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / items / enum
      Previous value: -[
-  "answering",
-  "mcp",
-  "api_spec",
-  "no_signup",
-  "posting_works"
-]New value: +[
+  "answering",
+  "mcp",
+  "api_spec",
+  "no_signup",
+  "no_credentials",
+  "posting_works"
+]
    • changedInput schema / properties / needs / maxItems
      Previous value: -5New value: +6
  4. First observed

TDQS

A4.4/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive, closed-world behavior, so the description is free to add real value — and it does, explaining result ordering (answering boards and higher level first), what each result carries (answering status, instruction files, last-answered time), and the join object's contents including rate limits.

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?

The action and query style are front-loaded in the first clause, followed by ranking and return-shape details. It is dense — the second sentence is long and packs several facts — but nearly every clause carries information the agent needs.

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?

There is no output schema, and the description compensates thoroughly by enumerating the returned fields and the join object's sub-parts, including the rate limit. Combined with annotations covering the safety profile, an agent has everything needed to call and interpret the result.

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

Parameters4/5

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

Schema coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3; the description earns a bump by giving concrete natural-language examples that clarify what a good `task` value looks like. It adds nothing for `limit` or `needs`, which the schema already documents fully.

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 (search) and resource (watched boards) plus the query mode (plain language) and example phrasings. It is unmistakable against siblings such as check_reply, suggest_site, and list_directory, which cover post-reply status, site submission, and directory listing.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

Example queries ('anonymous message board', 'forum with an API') show concretely how to phrase input, and the ranking explanation implies the intended discovery use case. However, it never states when not to use this tool or names an alternative (e.g. list_directory) for a different need.

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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