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New Drawing

drawing_new

Create a new AutoCAD drawing from scratch or a template, with optional automatic setup of standard engineering linetypes and layers.

Instructions

Create a new empty drawing, optionally from a template (.dwt).

When bootstrap=True (default), the drawing is also seeded with the standard engineering linetypes (CENTER/HIDDEN/PHANTOM) and layers (GEOMETRY, DIM, CENTER, HIDDEN, PHANTOM, HATCH, TEXT, TITLEBLOCK).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
templateNoOptional path to .dwt template file
bootstrapNoAuto-load CENTER/HIDDEN/PHANTOM linetypes and create standard engineering layers (GEOMETRY, DIM, CENTER, HIDDEN, PHANTOM, HATCH, TEXT, TITLEBLOCK). Disable for vanilla DXF.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior4/5

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

The description adds detail beyond annotations: it specifies that the drawing is created from scratch and details the bootstrap layers/linetypes. The annotation already states destructiveHint=false, so there is no contradiction. The behavior is accurately described.

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 concise: two sentences clearly separated. The first sentence states the core purpose, the second details the bootstrap behavior. Every word is informative with no filler.

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?

Given the output schema exists (not shown), description does not need return values. It covers creation, template, and bootstrap sufficiently. Could mention that the new drawing becomes current, but it's adequate.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With 100% schema coverage, baseline is 3. The description adds significant value by explaining the effect of 'bootstrap' and what it seeds (standard linetypes and layers), and clarifies 'template' as optional path. This goes 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?

The description clearly states the tool creates a new empty drawing, optionally from a template. The verb 'Create' and resource 'new drawing' are specific. It distinguishes from siblings like 'drawing_open' or 'drawing_save' by emphasizing 'empty' and the bootstrap feature.

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?

The description explains when bootstrap is applied by default and when to disable it for 'vanilla DXF'. However, it does not explicitly contrast with 'drawing_open' or other creation methods, but the intent is clear.

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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