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Lists available generation engines and their credit costs per category. Use this to select a model before generating content.

Instructions

List available generation engines/models and their credit cost for a category. Call this before generating instead of hardcoding engine names. Returns [{ name, label, cost, paidOnly, ... }] — use name as the engine/model value.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
categoryNo3d
Behavior4/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It discloses the return format (cost, paidOnly, name) and that 'name' should be used as the engine value. For a read-only list operation, this is sufficient, though it could mention the default category.

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?

Three short, focused sentences that front-load the action and key guidance with no wasted words.

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 simple single-parameter tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description covers the action, usage context, and return shape adequately, though it omits the category default.

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

Parameters2/5

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

The description mentions 'for a category' but does not explain the category parameter's options (enum) or default value. With 0% schema description coverage, the description should compensate, but it adds no value 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 it lists available generation engines/models for a category and explicitly says to call it before generating, distinguishing it from generation-focused sibling tools like generate_3d_from_text or animate.

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?

Explicitly advises 'Call this before generating instead of hardcoding engine names', providing direct guidance on when and why to use this tool.

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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