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list-specific-calendar-events

list-specific-calendar-events
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List calendar events by calendar ID. Note: recurring events appear as series masters; use the calendar view to expand them.

Instructions

List events from one of the signed-in user's calendars, addressed by calendar ID.

💡 TIP: WARNING: Does NOT expand recurring events — only returns seriesMaster. Use get-specific-calendar-view instead.

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.
countNoSet true to enable advanced query mode (ConsistencyLevel: eventual). Required for complex $filter on flag/flagStatus or contains().
expandNoNavigation properties to inline, e.g. attachments on a message or event. Only navigation properties can be expanded: expanding a non-navigation property such as a message body fails with "Parsing OData Select and Expand failed", and an unsupported value may be ignored rather than reported. Request ordinary fields with $select instead.
filterNoOData filter expression. Add $count=true for advanced filters (flag/flagStatus, contains()). Cannot combine with $search.
searchNoKQL search query — wrap value in double quotes. Cannot combine with $filter.
selectNoComma-separated fields to return, e.g. id,subject,from,receivedDateTime
orderbyNoSort expression, e.g. receivedDateTime desc
timezoneNoIANA timezone name (e.g., "America/New_York", "Europe/London", "Asia/Tokyo") for calendar event times. If not specified, times are returned in UTC.
calendarIdYesValue for the 'calendarId' path segment. Pass it under the name 'calendarId', not as 'id'. Use the 'id' field of the calendar object as returned by Microsoft Graph.
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
expandExtendedPropertiesNoWhen true, expands singleValueExtendedProperties on each event. Use this to retrieve custom extended properties (e.g., sync metadata) stored on calendar events.
Behavior5/5

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

The annotations declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, but the description adds a crucial non-obvious behavior: recurring events are not expanded, only seriesMaster is returned. This goes beyond what annotations convey and is highly relevant to the agent's invocation.

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?

Two sentences: a clear main description and an actionable tip. No filler; front-loaded with the key caveat. Efficient and well-structured.

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 14 parameters, all thoroughly described in the schema, plus annotations for read-only behavior and the description's critical recurring-events caveat, the description provides enough context for an agent to select and invoke the tool effectively. No output schema exists, but the return is self-evident as a list of events.

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 rich per-parameter descriptions (e.g., $top, $filter, $select, fetchAllPages). The tool description itself adds no new parameter-level meaning beyond the schema, so the baseline score of 3 applies.

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?

States a clear verb ('List') and resource ('events from one of the signed-in user's calendars, addressed by calendar ID'), distinguishing from sibling tools like list-calendar-events. The tip also references get-specific-calendar-view as an alternative, reinforcing the specific scope.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

The description explicitly warns that recurring events are not expanded and directs the agent to use get-specific-calendar-view instead, providing a clear when-not and alternative. It also implies use when a specific calendar ID is known.

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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