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Retrieve cached papers by DOI from local download directory without network access. Choose compact or preferred-only options to get concise summaries or filter to preferred entries.

Instructions

Look up DOI-proven cached files within one download_dir without touching the network. detail=compact returns preferred entries plus request-sensitive acceptance/asset summaries; preferred_only omits non-preferred entry arrays.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
doiYes
modesNo
detailNofull
strategyNo
max_tokensNofull_text
download_dirNo
include_refsNo
preferred_onlyNo

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. Changed3 schema fields changedv6.0.1
    • addedInput schema / properties / strategy / properties / require_full_size_body_assets
      Added value: +{
+  "default": false,
+  "title": "Require Full Size Body Assets",
+  "type": "boolean"
+}
    • addedInput schema / properties / strategy / properties / require_local_body_assets
      Added value: +{
+  "default": false,
+  "title": "Require Local Body Assets",
+  "type": "boolean"
+}
    • changedOutput schema / (root)
      Previous value: -{
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-          "type": "boolean"
-        },
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-          "type": "string"
-        },
-        "representation": {
-          "type": "string"
-        },
-        "route": {
-          "type": "string"
-        },
-        "transport": {
-          "type": "string"
-        }
-      },
-      "type": "object"
-    },
-    "CacheAcceptanceSummaryOutput": {
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-            {
-              "$ref": "#/$defs/AcquisitionProvenanceOutput"
-            },
-            {
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-            }
-          ]
-        },
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-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
-          ]
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-          "type": "string"
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-            {
-              "type": "string"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
-          ]
-        },
-        "status": {
-          "type": "string"
-        }
-      },
-      "type": "object"
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-          "type": "integer"
-        },
-        "attempted": {
-          "type": "integer"
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-          "type": "boolean"
-        },
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-        },
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-            {
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-              "type": "integer"
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-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
-          ]
-        }
-      },
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-            "type": "string"
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-        }
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-      "type": "object"
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-            "$ref": "#/$defs/CacheEntryOutput"
-          },
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-        },
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-          "anyOf": [
-            {
-              "$ref": "#/$defs/CacheEntryOutput"
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-            {
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-            {
-              "$ref": "#/$defs/CacheEntryOutput"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
-          ]
-        }
-      },
-      "type": "object"
-    },
-    "ResolvedCandidateOutput": {
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-          "type": "number"
-        },
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-            "type": "string"
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-          "anyOf": [
-            {
-              "type": "string"
-            },
-            {
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-            {
-              "type": "string"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
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-            {
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-            {
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-            }
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-              "type": "string"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
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-        "title": {
-          "anyOf": [
-            {
-              "type": "string"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
-            }
-          ]
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-          "type": "number"
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-          "type": "number"
-        }
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-      "type": "object"
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-        "attempt": {
-          "anyOf": [
-            {
-              "type": "integer"
-            },
-            {
-              "type": "null"
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-            {
-              "type": "string"
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-              "type": "string"
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-            {
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-            {
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-            {
-              "type": "string"
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-            {
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-            {
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-            }
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-          "type": "object"
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-        {
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-        {
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-        }
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-        {
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-        {
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-        {
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-      "$ref": "#/$defs/CacheEntrySummaryOutput"
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-      "type": "array"
-    },
-    "stage": {
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-        {
-          "type": "string"
-        },
-        {
-          "type": "null"
-        }
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-    "status": {
-      "type": "string"
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-        "$ref": "#/$defs/TraceEventOutput"
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-      "type": "array"
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-      "$ref": "#/$defs/CacheWarningSummaryOutput"
-    },
-    "warnings": {
-      "items": {
-        "type": "string"
-      },
-      "type": "array"
-    }
-  },
-  "type": "object"
-}New value: +null
  2. Changed11 schema fields changedv5.5.0
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / AcquisitionProvenanceOutput
      Added value: +{
+  "properties": {
+    "fallback_used": {
+      "type": "boolean"
+    },
+    "provider": {
+      "type": "string"
+    },
+    "representation": {
+      "type": "string"
+    },
+    "route": {
+      "type": "string"
+    },
+    "transport": {
+      "type": "string"
+    }
+  },
+  "type": "object"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAcceptanceSummaryOutput / properties / acquisition
      Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "$ref": "#/$defs/AcquisitionProvenanceOutput"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ]
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / accepted_preview
      Added value: +{
+  "type": "integer"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / attempted
      Added value: +{
+  "type": "integer"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / audited
      Added value: +{
+  "type": "boolean"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / discovered
      Added value: +{
+  "type": "integer"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / expected
      Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "type": "integer"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ]
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / fallback_preview
      Added value: +{
+  "type": "integer"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheAssetSummaryOutput / properties / issue_codes
      Added value: +{
+  "items": {
+    "type": "string"
+  },
+  "type": "array"
+}
    • addedOutput schema / $defs / CacheEntryOutput / properties / acquisition
      Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "$ref": "#/$defs/AcquisitionProvenanceOutput"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ]
+}
    • addedOutput schema / properties / acquisition
      Added value: +{
+  "anyOf": [
+    {
+      "$ref": "#/$defs/AcquisitionProvenanceOutput"
+    },
+    {
+      "type": "null"
+    }
+  ]
+}
  3. Addedv4.1.0
  4. Removedv4.0.1
  5. Addedv3.1.3
  6. Removedv3.1.3
  7. First observedv1.0.0

TDQS

B3.3/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and openWorldHint=false, so the description is not required to repeat that. It adds valuable context: the no-network guarantee and the effect of the detail and preferred_only parameters on the response shape. This goes beyond the annotations without contradicting them.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with the main purpose, followed by parameter-specific notes. No wasted words, but the structure could be improved by grouping more parameter information.

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?

Given 8 parameters, one required, no output schema, and the presence of a nested strategy object, the description is insufficient. It does not describe the return format, the meaning of modes, strategy, max_tokens, or download_dir, leaving an agent with significant gaps in understanding.

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 description coverage is 0%, so the description must explain parameters. It only explains detail and preferred_only, leaving six other parameters (doi, modes, strategy, max_tokens, download_dir, include_refs) undocumented. The nested strategy object is particularly complex and unexplained.

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 the tool looks up DOI-proven cached files within a download_dir and explicitly mentions 'without touching the network', which differentiates it from fetching tools. However, it does not name a specific sibling tool, so it stops short of the strongest differentiation.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

Usage context is implied: it is for looking up cached files without network access. But there is no explicit statement about when to use this vs. fetching tools or any exclusions/alternatives, so guidance is not fully provided.

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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