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Suggest operator chain

suggest_operator_chain
Read-only

Suggest an ordered TouchDesigner operator chain for a given creative or technical goal. Returns connection hints and next steps without creating nodes.

Instructions

Read-only: suggest a small ordered TouchDesigner operator chain for a creative or technical goal from offline operator docs and workflow patterns. Returns connection hints and next tool hints; it does not create nodes.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
goalYesCreative or technical goal for the operator chain.
familyNoOptional operator family/category preference, e.g. TOP, CHOP, SOP, DAT.
max_stepsNoMaximum number of operators to return in the suggested chain.
seed_operatorNoOptional starting operator name, display name, or slug.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
goalYes
chainYes
familyNo
warningsYes
seedOperatorNo
nextToolHintsYes
sourceMatchesYes
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, and the description adds that it uses offline operator docs and workflow patterns, and returns connection hints and next tool hints, providing useful context beyond the annotations.

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, well-structured sentence that efficiently conveys the tool's purpose and behavior without extraneous information.

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 the tool's complexity, the presence of an output schema, and full schema parameter coverage, the description is succinct yet complete, covering purpose, behavior, and key constraints.

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

Parameters3/5

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

Schema coverage is 100% with descriptions for all parameters. The description does not add additional meaning to any parameter beyond what the schema provides, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 clearly states the tool suggests an ordered operator chain for a goal, and explicitly distinguishes it from creation tools by stating 'it does not create nodes.'

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description indicates it is read-only and provides suggestions rather than creating nodes, giving clear context for when to use it, though it does not name specific sibling tools as alternatives.

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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