Seafile MCP Server
Server Quality Checklist
Latest release: v0.1.0
- Disambiguation5/5
Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose targeting specific file operations or metadata retrieval in Seafile. There is no overlap; for example, seafile_copy vs seafile_move, seafile_upload_file vs seafile_write_file, and seafile_read_file vs seafile_get_download_link all serve different functions with clear boundaries described in their documentation.
Naming Consistency5/5All tools follow a consistent 'seafile_verb_noun' pattern with snake_case throughout, such as seafile_list_directory, seafile_create_directory, and seafile_get_file_info. This uniformity makes the tool set predictable and easy to navigate for an agent.
Tool Count5/5With 14 tools, this server is well-scoped for managing a Seafile file storage system. It covers essential operations like CRUD for files and directories, metadata access, search, and upload/download, which is appropriate for the domain without being overly sparse or bloated.
Completeness5/5The tool set provides comprehensive coverage for file management in Seafile, including create, read, update, delete, copy, move, rename, list, search, and metadata retrieval. There are no obvious gaps; it supports full lifecycle operations for files and directories, ensuring agents can handle typical workflows without dead ends.
Average 3.8/5 across 14 of 14 tools scored. Lowest: 2.9/5.
See the Tool Scores section below for per-tool breakdowns.
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How is the quality score calculated?
The overall quality score combines two components: Tool Definition Quality (70%) and Server Coherence (30%).
Tool Definition Quality measures how well each tool describes itself to AI agents. Every tool is scored 1–5 across six dimensions: Purpose Clarity (25%), Usage Guidelines (20%), Behavioral Transparency (20%), Parameter Semantics (15%), Conciseness & Structure (10%), and Contextual Completeness (10%). The server-level definition quality score is calculated as 60% mean TDQS + 40% minimum TDQS, so a single poorly described tool pulls the score down.
Server Coherence evaluates how well the tools work together as a set, scoring four dimensions equally: Disambiguation (can agents tell tools apart?), Naming Consistency, Tool Count Appropriateness, and Completeness (are there gaps in the tool surface?).
Tiers are derived from the overall score: A (≥3.5), B (≥3.0), C (≥2.0), D (≥1.0), F (<1.0). B and above is considered passing.
Tool Scores
- Behavior2/5
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 states the tool retrieves information, implying it's a read-only operation, but doesn't specify if it requires authentication, has rate limits, or what happens with invalid repo_id inputs. The description lacks details on error handling, response format beyond 'Library object,' or any performance considerations, leaving significant gaps for a tool with no annotation support.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness4/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded, with the main purpose stated first. The 'Args' and 'Returns' sections are structured but slightly redundant since schema coverage is high. Every sentence earns its place by clarifying input and output, though it could be more concise by omitting the schema-like formatting if not adding extra value.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness3/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's low complexity (1 parameter, no nested objects) and the presence of an output schema (implied by 'Returns' note), the description is minimally complete. It covers the basic operation but lacks context on authentication, error cases, or sibling tool differentiation. With no annotations and simple schema, it should do more to compensate, but the output schema reduces the need for detailed return value explanation.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The description adds minimal value beyond the input schema, which has 100% coverage for the single parameter 'repo_id.' It restates the parameter name and its purpose ('unique identifier of the library') but doesn't provide additional context like format examples, validation rules, or where to obtain repo_id from. With high schema coverage, the baseline is 3, and the description doesn't significantly enhance parameter understanding.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose4/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose as 'Get information about a specific library,' which is a specific verb ('Get information') and resource ('library'). It distinguishes from siblings like seafile_list_libraries (which lists multiple libraries) by focusing on a single library. However, it doesn't explicitly mention how it differs from seafile_get_file_info (which gets file-level info), leaving some sibling differentiation incomplete.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines2/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing a valid repo_id), exclusions, or comparisons to siblings like seafile_list_libraries for broader queries or seafile_get_file_info for file-specific details. Usage is implied only by the tool name and description, with no explicit context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior2/5
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 states the action ('List') and return type ('List of DirEntry objects'), but lacks critical details like whether this is a read-only operation (implied but not explicit), pagination behavior, error conditions, or authentication requirements. For a tool with no annotations, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness4/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured and concise, using a clear purpose statement followed by 'Args' and 'Returns' sections. Every sentence adds value, with no redundant information. However, it could be slightly more front-loaded by integrating the parameter details more seamlessly rather than as separate bullet points.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness3/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's low complexity (simple list operation), 100% schema coverage, and presence of an output schema (implied by 'Returns' section), the description is adequate but not complete. It covers the basics but lacks behavioral context (e.g., error handling, pagination) that would be helpful for an agent, especially with no annotations provided. The output schema reduces the need to explain return values, but more operational details would improve completeness.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, with both parameters ('repo_id' and 'path') clearly documented in the schema. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema, only restating parameter purposes and noting the default for 'path'. Since the schema already provides comprehensive parameter info, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose4/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('List') and resource ('files and folders in a directory'), making it immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'seafile_get_file_info' or 'seafile_list_libraries', which also retrieve file/directory information but with different scopes or details.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines2/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention when to prefer 'seafile_list_directory' over 'seafile_get_file_info' (for single file details) or 'seafile_list_libraries' (for listing repositories instead of contents), leaving the agent to infer usage from context alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior2/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While 'Get metadata' implies a read-only operation, it doesn't explicitly state permission requirements, error conditions (e.g., if file doesn't exist), or rate limits. The mention of return values is helpful but basic.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness4/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured with clear sections (purpose, Args, Returns) and uses only essential sentences. However, the Args section somewhat duplicates schema information, and the Returns section could be more concise given the output schema exists.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a simple read operation with 2 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema, the description is reasonably complete. It covers the core purpose and return value structure adequately, though it lacks behavioral context like error handling or authentication requirements.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, providing clear parameter descriptions. The description adds minimal value by restating parameter names and purposes in the Args section, but doesn't provide additional context like path format examples or repository ID constraints beyond what's in the schema.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose4/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Get metadata about a file') and resource ('file'), making it immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'seafile_get_library_info' or 'seafile_list_directory', which also retrieve metadata but for different resources.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines2/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With siblings like 'seafile_get_library_info' (for library metadata) and 'seafile_list_directory' (for directory contents), there's no indication of when file metadata retrieval is preferred over other metadata tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior2/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. While it mentions the operation returns an 'OperationResult', it doesn't explain what that contains, whether the move is atomic, if it overwrites existing files, what permissions are required, or any rate limits. The description is minimal beyond stating the basic operation.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is efficiently structured with a clear purpose statement followed by organized Args and Returns sections. Every sentence serves a purpose with zero wasted words, making it easy to parse quickly.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness3/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given that there's an output schema (implied by 'Returns: OperationResult'), the description doesn't need to detail return values. However, for a mutation tool with no annotations, it lacks important behavioral context like permissions, overwrite behavior, or error conditions. The description is adequate but has clear gaps for safe operation.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all three parameters thoroughly. The description adds no additional semantic context beyond what's in the schema (e.g., format examples, path conventions, or library ID sourcing). This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose4/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('Move a file or directory') and resource ('within a Seafile library'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'seafile_rename' or 'seafile_copy', which could involve similar file operations.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines2/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There's no mention of when to choose 'seafile_move' over 'seafile_rename' (for renaming within same directory) or 'seafile_copy' (for duplication), nor any prerequisites or constraints for moving files/directories.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior2/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the tool creates a directory and returns an OperationResult, but lacks critical details like whether it overwrites existing directories, requires specific authentication, has rate limits, or what OperationResult contains. For a mutation tool, this is a significant gap.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness4/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured with clear sections (Args, Returns) and front-loaded the core purpose. It's efficient but could be slightly more concise by integrating the parameter explanations into the main sentence rather than separate bullet points.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness3/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool has an output schema (implied by 'Returns: OperationResult'), the description doesn't need to detail return values. However, as a mutation tool with no annotations and incomplete behavioral context, it should provide more guidance on usage and effects to be fully complete for agent invocation.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, with both parameters clearly documented in the schema. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what's in the schema (e.g., no examples, format details, or constraints). Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does the heavy lifting.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Create a new directory') and resource ('in a Seafile library'), distinguishing it from siblings like seafile_delete, seafile_list_directory, or seafile_upload_file. It precisely communicates the tool's function without ambiguity.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines2/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. For example, it doesn't mention if this should be used instead of seafile_upload_file for folders, or prerequisites like needing write permissions. The description only states what it does, not when it's appropriate.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior2/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states the tool copies files/directories and returns an OperationResult, but lacks details on permissions required, whether it overwrites existing files, handles recursive copying for directories, rate limits, or error conditions. This is a significant gap for a mutation tool with zero annotation coverage.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is efficiently structured with a clear purpose statement followed by organized Args and Returns sections. Every sentence earns its place, with no redundant or verbose language, making it easy to scan and understand.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's moderate complexity (copy operation with 3 parameters), 100% schema coverage, and the presence of an output schema (implied by Returns section mentioning OperationResult), the description is mostly complete. However, it lacks behavioral details like permissions or overwrite behavior, which would be helpful despite the output schema.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, providing clear documentation for all three parameters (repo_id, src_path, dst_path). The description adds minimal value by listing the parameters in the Args section, but doesn't provide additional context beyond what the schema already states (e.g., path format examples or constraints). Baseline 3 is appropriate when schema does the heavy lifting.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Copy a file or directory') and resource ('within a Seafile library'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like seafile_move (which moves rather than copies) and seafile_rename (which renames rather than copies). It precisely communicates what the tool does.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines3/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage through the action described (copying within a library) but doesn't explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like seafile_move or seafile_upload_file. No guidance is provided on prerequisites, exclusions, or specific scenarios where this tool is preferred.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior3/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden. It discloses key behavioral traits: the operation generates a temporary URL (not a direct file read) and mentions typical validity (1 hour), which is useful context beyond basic functionality. However, it doesn't cover other aspects like authentication requirements, error conditions, or rate limits that would be helpful for a tool with no annotations.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is efficiently structured with a clear purpose statement upfront, followed by behavioral context, and then parameter and return value sections. Every sentence adds value: the first states the action, the second explains the temporary nature, and the Args/Returns sections provide structured documentation without redundancy.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's moderate complexity (2 parameters, no annotations, but with output schema), the description is reasonably complete. It explains what the tool does, the temporary nature of the output, and documents parameters and return values. The output schema existence means the description doesn't need to detail return structure, but it could benefit from more behavioral context (e.g., error cases) since annotations are absent.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters (repo_id and path) with clear descriptions. The description adds minimal value by repeating the parameter names in the Args section without providing additional semantic context beyond what's in the schema. This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Get a temporary download URL for a file') and distinguishes it from siblings like seafile_read_file (which reads file content directly) or seafile_get_file_info (which retrieves metadata). It specifies the resource (download URL) and the temporary nature of the output.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage context by mentioning the temporary nature of the URL (typically valid for 1 hour), which suggests it's for sharing or time-limited access rather than persistent retrieval. However, it doesn't explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like seafile_read_file (for immediate content access) or seafile_get_file_info (for metadata).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior3/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden. It states this is a rename operation (implying mutation) and mentions the return type ('OperationResult indicating success or failure'), but lacks details on permissions required, whether the operation is atomic/reversible, rate limits, or what specific failure conditions might be. It adds some context but leaves significant behavioral aspects unspecified.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is perfectly structured and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, followed by clearly labeled sections for Args and Returns. Every sentence earns its place with no wasted words, making it easy to scan and understand quickly.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the mutation nature (rename), 3 parameters with full schema coverage, and the presence of an output schema (implied by 'Returns' statement), the description is reasonably complete. It covers purpose, parameters with key clarification, and return type. The main gap is lack of behavioral details like permissions or error conditions, but the output schema likely handles return value documentation.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters4/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all parameters thoroughly. The description adds value by clarifying that 'new_name' is 'not a path, just the name', which provides important semantic guidance beyond the schema's basic description. This compensates well for the high schema coverage baseline.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Rename a file or directory') and resource ('in Seafile'), distinguishing it from siblings like seafile_move (which changes location) or seafile_delete (which removes). It uses precise verb+resource phrasing that immediately communicates the tool's function.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines3/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage when renaming is needed, but provides no explicit guidance on when to choose this over alternatives like seafile_move (which could also handle name changes via path manipulation) or seafile_copy (which creates duplicates with new names). No prerequisites or exclusions are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior3/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It mentions that the tool uploads files and returns an 'OperationResult', which indicates success or failure, adding some behavioral context. However, it lacks details on permissions, rate limits, error handling, or side effects, leaving gaps for a mutation tool.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured and front-loaded with the core purpose, followed by usage guidelines and parameter details. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, making it efficient and easy to parse.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given that there is an output schema (implied by 'Returns: OperationResult'), the description does not need to detail return values. It covers purpose, usage, and parameters adequately. However, as a mutation tool with no annotations, it could benefit from more behavioral details like authentication requirements or potential impacts.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all parameters. The description lists the parameters and adds minimal context (e.g., 'base64 encoded file content'), but does not provide significant additional meaning beyond what the schema offers. This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Upload a binary file to Seafile') and distinguishes it from sibling tools by explicitly mentioning 'seafile_write_file' as the alternative for text files. It identifies the resource (binary file) and the target system (Seafile), providing a precise purpose.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines5/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides explicit guidance on when to use this tool ('for uploading binary files') and when not to ('For text files, prefer seafile_write_file instead'), directly naming the alternative sibling tool. This gives clear context for selection among available options.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior4/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively describes key traits: the overwrite behavior ('If the file exists, it will be overwritten'), creation behavior ('If it doesn't exist, it will be created'), and a constraint ('Parent directories must exist'). It also mentions the return type ('OperationResult indicating success or failure'), though it lacks details on error handling or permissions.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured and front-loaded with the core purpose, followed by behavioral details and parameter/return sections. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, making it efficient and easy to parse.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness4/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's complexity (a write operation with 3 parameters), no annotations, and an output schema (implied by 'Returns'), the description is mostly complete. It covers purpose, behavior, parameters, and returns, but could improve by addressing potential errors or auth requirements, though the output schema helps mitigate gaps.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The schema description coverage is 100%, with clear parameter descriptions in the input schema. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema by listing the parameters in the 'Args' section, but it does not provide additional context like format examples or constraints (e.g., path syntax). This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the verb ('Create or update') and resource ('a text file in Seafile'), making the purpose specific. It distinguishes from siblings like seafile_read_file (read-only) and seafile_upload_file (which might handle binary uploads), establishing a clear write operation.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides clear context for when to use this tool ('Create or update a text file') and includes a prerequisite ('Parent directories must exist'), which helps guide usage. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use it or name alternatives (e.g., seafile_upload_file for non-text files), missing full sibling differentiation.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior4/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden and does well by disclosing key behavioral traits: the different return behaviors for text vs. binary/large files, and the existence of a size limit. However, it doesn't specify what the actual size limit is or mention authentication requirements.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is perfectly structured and concise: a clear purpose statement, usage guidelines in two sentences, and well-organized parameter/return sections. Every sentence earns its place with no wasted words.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness5/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's moderate complexity, 100% schema coverage, and the presence of an output schema (which handles return value documentation), the description is complete enough. It covers purpose, usage context, behavioral details, and parameter overview without needing to duplicate structured data.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already fully documents both parameters. The description repeats the parameter names and basic meanings but doesn't add significant semantic value beyond what the schema provides, such as format examples or constraints.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Read a file from Seafile') and distinguishes it from siblings like seafile_get_file_info (which returns metadata) and seafile_get_download_link (which only provides URLs). It precisely identifies the resource being accessed.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides clear context about when to use this tool (for reading files) and implies alternatives through sibling tool names like seafile_get_download_link, but doesn't explicitly state when NOT to use it or name specific alternatives for different scenarios.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior4/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively describes the search scope ('file and folder names matching the query string'), optional scoping with repo_id, and important limitations ('Search functionality depends on server configuration and may not be available on all Seafile installations'). It doesn't cover aspects like rate limits or authentication needs, but provides solid operational context.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured and appropriately sized. It front-loads the core purpose in the first sentence, adds important behavioral notes, and includes clear sections for Args and Returns. Every sentence earns its place without redundancy.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness5/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's moderate complexity (search operation with 2 parameters), 100% schema coverage, and the presence of an output schema (implied by the Returns section), the description is complete enough. It covers purpose, usage context, behavioral limitations, and return format without needing to duplicate schema details.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already fully documents both parameters. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema by briefly mentioning the optional nature of repo_id ('Optional library ID to limit search scope') and restating the query parameter. This meets the baseline expectation when schema coverage is high.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Search') and resource ('files by name across Seafile libraries'). It distinguishes itself from siblings like seafile_list_directory or seafile_get_file_info by focusing on search functionality rather than listing or retrieving specific files.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides clear context for when to use this tool ('Search for files by name') and includes a note about server configuration dependencies. However, it doesn't explicitly state when not to use it or name specific alternatives among the sibling tools, such as using seafile_list_directory for browsing instead of searching.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior5/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively describes critical behavioral traits: the operation is irreversible, deleted items may be recoverable from trash for a limited time, and it returns an OperationResult indicating success/failure. This covers safety implications and expected outcomes.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is well-structured and appropriately sized. It front-loads the core purpose, includes a critical warning, then lists parameters and return value in a clear format. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness5/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's complexity (destructive operation with 2 parameters), no annotations, and the presence of an output schema (OperationResult), the description is complete. It covers purpose, behavioral risks, parameters, and return value, providing sufficient context for safe and effective use.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters3/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters (repo_id and path) adequately. The description repeats these parameter names in the Args section but doesn't add meaningful semantic context beyond what the schema provides, such as path format examples or repo_id constraints.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('Delete a file or directory') and resource ('from Seafile'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like seafile_move or seafile_rename that involve different operations on similar resources. The verb 'Delete' is precise and unambiguous.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides clear context for when to use this tool (to delete files/directories) and includes a warning about irreversibility, which helps guide usage. However, it doesn't explicitly mention when NOT to use it or name specific alternatives like seafile_move for relocation instead of deletion.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
- Behavior4/5
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden and does well by disclosing key behavioral traits: it's a read operation (implied by 'List'), requires account-based authentication, has limitations with repository token authentication, and describes the return format. It doesn't mention rate limits or pagination, but covers the essential safety and operational context.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Conciseness5/5Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is perfectly structured and concise: first sentence states the purpose, second explains returns and scope, third covers authentication constraints, and fourth clarifies return format. Every sentence adds value with zero redundancy or fluff.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Completeness5/5Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given the tool's simplicity (0 parameters, read-only operation), the description is complete: it explains what it does, authentication requirements, limitations, and return values. The existence of an output schema means the description doesn't need to detail Library object structure, and it covers all necessary context for this straightforward listing tool.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Parameters4/5Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema coverage, so the schema already fully documents the empty input. The description appropriately doesn't add parameter details, maintaining focus on the tool's purpose and behavior. A baseline of 4 is appropriate for zero-parameter tools.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Purpose5/5Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action ('List all accessible Seafile libraries') and resource ('libraries/repositories'), distinguishing it from siblings like seafile_get_library_info (single library) and seafile_list_directory (directory contents). The verb 'List' is precise and the scope 'all accessible' is well-defined.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Usage Guidelines4/5Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description provides clear context about when to use it ('list all libraries the authenticated user has access to') and mentions authentication requirements, but doesn't explicitly contrast with alternatives like seafile_get_library_info or seafile_list_directory. It tells you what it does but not when to choose it over similar 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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