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Set Scene Item Locked

obs-set-scene-item-locked
Idempotent

Lock or unlock a scene item in OBS Studio by providing its numeric ID and the desired lock state. Prevents accidental edits to sources.

Instructions

Set whether a scene item is locked

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
sceneNameNoName of the scene
sceneUuidNoUUID of the scene
canvasUuidNoUUID of the canvas containing the scene
sceneItemIdYesNumeric ID of the scene item
sceneItemLockedYesNew lock state
Behavior2/5

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

The description does not add any behavioral context beyond the annotations. It does not mention side effects, permissions, or idempotency, which the annotations already partially cover.

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, concise sentence with no extraneous information. It directly states the purpose without elaboration.

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?

The description is complete for a simple setter: it specifies the action and the object. There is no output schema, and the description does not need to explain return values. However, it does not mention any preconditions or special cases, which could enhance completeness.

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?

All parameters are described in the schema (100% coverage), and the tool description does not add or clarify any parameter behavior beyond the schema. Baseline of 3 applies because schema coverage is high.

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 action (setting the locked state) and the target resource (scene item). It distinguishes from the getter sibling (obs-get-scene-item-locked) by using 'Set'.

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?

The description provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool, when not to, or which alternatives to consider. It is a generic setter without contextual advice.

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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