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write_document

Add or update content in an existing Scrivener document using its unique ID, enabling direct editing within writing projects.

Instructions

Write content to an existing document

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
documentIdYesUUID of the document
contentYesContent to write
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It states 'write content' but doesn't disclose behavioral traits such as whether this overwrites existing content, requires specific permissions, has rate limits, or what the response looks like. This is a significant gap for a mutation tool with no structured safety hints.

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 with zero waste. It's front-loaded and appropriately sized, making it easy to parse quickly without unnecessary elaboration.

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?

Given the complexity of a write operation with no annotations and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain return values, error conditions, or behavioral implications, leaving the agent under-informed for safe and effective use.

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 input schema already documents both parameters (documentId as UUID, content as string). The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema provides, such as format details or usage examples, meeting the baseline for high schema coverage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Write content to an existing document' clearly states the action (write) and target (existing document), but it's vague about what 'write' entails—does it replace or append content? It doesn't distinguish from siblings like 'append_to_document' or 'create_document', leaving ambiguity in scope.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With siblings like 'append_to_document' (likely for adding content) and 'create_document' (for new documents), the description lacks context on prerequisites, exclusions, or comparative use cases, offering no help in tool selection.

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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