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get_bounding_box

Computes the bounding box for all entities or a selected subset, enabling measurement of drawing extents and geometry positioning.

Instructions

Compute a bounding box for all entities or a selected subset.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
entity_idsNo

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv0.1.0

TDQS

C2.7/5.0
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 does not disclose whether this is read-only, whether it requires a loaded document, what is returned (a point pair, coordinates?), or whether the result is stored anywhere. Significant behavioral gaps remain.

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?

Single efficient sentence with the scope front-loaded. No waste, though it is arguably under-specified rather than concise.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

No annotations, no output schema, and 0% parameter coverage. For a measurement tool, the description should at least indicate the return form and whether it is a safe read. It leaves too much for the agent to infer.

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

Parameters2/5

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

Schema coverage is 0% and the description only obliquely references the entity_ids parameter via 'or a selected subset'. It does not clarify that omitting the parameter computes over all entities or the expected ID format.

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?

States a specific verb (Compute) and resource (bounding box) with scope (all entities or a selected subset). It is distinguishable from the many create_* siblings, though it overlaps somewhat with measure_bounding_box, which is not differentiated.

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?

No guidance on when to use this versus measure_bounding_box, nor any context about the result. 'All entities or a selected subset' implies the parameter's effect but gives no when/when-not.

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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