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Get Component Selection

selection.get_components
Read-onlyIdempotent

Retrieve selected mesh components in Maya, grouped by type: vertices, edges, and faces.

Instructions

Get currently selected mesh components grouped by type (vertices, edges, faces).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
edgesYes
errorNo
facesYes
verticesYes
selectionYes
truncatedNo
edge_countYes
face_countYes
total_countYes
vertex_countYes
_size_warningNo
_original_sizeNo
has_componentsYes
_truncated_sizeNo
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. The description adds value by specifying that the output is grouped by component type, which is not captured in annotations. No contradictions.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single sentence that directly states the action and result structure. No redundant words; front-loaded and efficient.

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?

Given zero parameters, full annotation coverage, and an output schema (not shown but present), the description provides enough context to understand the tool's purpose and output format. It is complete for a read-only query tool.

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?

There are no parameters, so schema coverage is effectively 100%. Baseline for 0 params is 4. The description adds nothing about parameters, but none are needed.

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?

The description uses a specific verb ('get') and resource ('currently selected mesh components') and states that results are grouped by type (vertices, edges, faces). This clearly distinguishes it from siblings like 'selection.get' (which returns objects) and 'selection.set_components' (which modifies selection).

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?

The description does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. While the purpose is clear, there is no mention of when not to use it or reference to other selection tools, which would help an agent choose correctly among many sibling 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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