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get_current_take

Retrieve the active take in a Houdini scene to know which take is being used for current edits or renders.

Instructions

Get the current take.

Input Schema

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No arguments

Behavior2/5

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

The description only states a read operation ('Get') but reveals nothing about what happens, the return format, error behavior, or any side effects. With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure, which it fails to meet beyond the basic verb.

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 extremely concise (5 words) and gets straight to the point. It is not padded with irrelevant information, and every word earns its place. However, it could be slightly more descriptive without losing conciseness, so it does not achieve a 5.

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?

With no output schema and no annotations, the description must explain the return value and usage context. It does not mention what the returned take looks like, what 'current' means in this environment, or any potential failure conditions. This makes the description incomplete for an agent to fully understand the tool's behavior.

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?

The tool has zero parameters, and the schema provides no parameter details (100% coverage trivially). The description adds meaning by specifying 'current', clarifying that it accesses a global state (the active take) rather than taking an input. This is sufficient for a parameterless getter.

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 verb 'Get' and the resource 'current take', distinguishing it from sibling tools like list_takes (listing all takes) and set_current_take (setting the active take). It is straightforward and unambiguous, though it could be more explicit about what 'current' refers to (e.g., active take).

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 such as list_takes or set_current_take. There is no mention of prerequisites, context, or exclusions, leaving the agent without direction for selecting it appropriately.

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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