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opera-houdini-mcp

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create_take

Creates a child take in Houdini, allowing you to set its name, assign a parent take, and include parameters for managing scene variants.

Instructions

创建 child take。参数:name: take 名;include_parms/parent_take 可选。

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
ctxYes
nameYes
parent_takeNo
include_parmsNo
Behavior2/5

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

There are no annotations, so the description carries the full burden. It does not disclose side effects (e.g., whether it changes the current take), required context (ctx is unexplained), or any failure conditions. The parameter list gives a hint of behavior but no actual behavioral transparency beyond stating the action.

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 description is very concise, using a single sentence plus a compact parameter listing. There is no wasted wording, though it is terse to the point of omitting necessary context. Still, it earns a high mark for efficiency.

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?

For a creation tool with 4 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It fails to explain what a child take is, what 'ctx' means, whether parameters are inherited, what the tool returns, or any side effects. A complete description would need to address these gaps.

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?

The schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It explains that 'name' is the take name and that include_parms/parent_take are optional, but it leaves 'ctx' completely unexplained and does not clarify the meaning or effect of include_parms. This is partial compensation at best.

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 clearly states '创建 child take' (create child take), which specifies a concrete action and resource. Among sibling tools like list_takes, get_current_take, and set_current_take, this is the only create operation, so it is reasonably distinguishable, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate itself.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description only mentions the creation action and parameters, without any context about prerequisites, situations where a child take is appropriate, or why one might choose this over listing or switching takes.

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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