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create_document

Add new documents or folders to Scrivener writing projects for organizing manuscripts and managing content structure.

Instructions

Create a new document or folder in the project

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
titleYesTitle of the new document
parentIdNoUUID of parent folder (optional, defaults to Draft)
documentTypeNoType of document
contentNoInitial content (optional)
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While 'Create' implies a write operation, it doesn't specify permissions needed, whether creation is reversible, what happens on conflicts, or any rate limits. For a mutation tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral questions unanswered.

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, efficient sentence that communicates the core purpose without unnecessary words. It's appropriately sized for a tool with clear parameters in the schema, and every word earns its place by conveying essential information.

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?

For a mutation tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what happens after creation (e.g., returns document ID, success/failure indicators), doesn't mention error conditions, and provides no context about the project system it operates within. Given the complexity of document creation with multiple parameters, more context is needed.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already fully documents all 4 parameters. The description doesn't add any parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema - it doesn't explain relationships between parameters or provide usage examples. This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.

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 action ('Create') and resource ('new document or folder in the project'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't distinguish this from sibling tools like 'write_document' or 'append_to_document', which could create ambiguity about when to use each tool.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With multiple sibling tools like 'write_document', 'append_to_document', and 'rename_document', there's no indication of whether this is for initial creation versus updates, or how it differs from other document manipulation tools.

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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