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Lists all contact folders in the signed-in user's default Contacts folder. Use to find folder IDs for managing contacts.

Instructions

Get the contact folder collection in the default Contacts folder of the signed-in user.

đź’ˇ TIP: Lists the user's Outlook contact folders (the named buckets that organize contacts). Always includes the built-in 'Contacts' folder; user-created folders also appear. Returns id, displayName, and parentFolderId. To identify the default folder, match displayName === 'Contacts'. Use this before list-contact-folder-contacts or create-contact-in-folder to discover folder ids. Supports OData query parameters.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
topNoPage size (Graph $top). Start small (e.g. 5–15) so responses fit the model context; raise only if needed. Use $select to return fewer fields per item. For more rows, use @odata.nextLink from the response instead of a very large $top.
skipNoItems to skip for pagination. Not supported with $search.
searchNoKQL search query — wrap value in double quotes. Cannot combine with $filter.
filterNoOData filter expression. Add $count=true for advanced filters (flag/flagStatus, contains()). Cannot combine with $search.
countNoSet true to enable advanced query mode (ConsistencyLevel: eventual). Required for complex $filter on flag/flagStatus or contains().
orderbyNoSort expression, e.g. receivedDateTime desc
selectNoComma-separated fields to return, e.g. id,subject,from,receivedDateTime
expandNoExpand related entities
fetchAllPagesNoFollow @odata.nextLink and merge up to 100 pages into one response. Can return enormous payloads—only when the user explicitly needs a full export. Prefer a small $top first, then paginate or narrow with $filter/$search.
includeHeadersNoInclude response headers (including ETag) in the response metadata
excludeResponseNoExclude the full response body and only return success or failure indication
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false. Description adds that it returns specific fields (id, displayName, parentFolderId) and always includes the built-in 'Contacts' folder. No contradiction with 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?

Description is concise (~100 words), front-loaded with the core purpose, and includes a tip section. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a list tool with no output schema, description explains return fields and includes usage tip. Covers identification of default folder and relationship to sibling tools. Could mention pagination limits, but schema covers that via 'fetchAllPages' parameter.

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?

Input schema has thorough descriptions for all 11 parameters (100% coverage). The description merely notes that it supports OData query parameters, adding no new meaning beyond the schema.

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?

Description states it gets the contact folder collection in the default Contacts folder. It specifies what is returned (id, displayName, parentFolderId) and distinguishes from siblings by noting it is useful before list-contact-folder-contacts or create-contact-in-folder.

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?

Explicitly says to use this tool before working with contacts to discover folder ids. Provides context about the default 'Contacts' folder. Does not provide when-not-to-use or alternatives, but sibling tools exist for related actions.

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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