set_studio_mode
Enable or disable studio mode in OBS to preview scenes before switching live.
Instructions
Enable or disable studio mode.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| dry_run | No | ||
| enabled | Yes |
Enable or disable studio mode in OBS to preview scenes before switching live.
Enable or disable studio mode.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| dry_run | No | ||
| enabled | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description must cover behavioral traits. It only states the basic function, omitting details like required permissions, reversibility, or impact on other settings.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is very concise, using a single sentence. However, given the tool's simplicity, brevity is acceptable and no words are wasted.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a tool with no annotations, no output schema, and two parameters, the description is far too sparse. It fails to provide necessary context for correct invocation.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 0%, and the description adds no information about parameters. The meaning of 'dry_run' and implications of 'enabled' are completely unexplained.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the tool's action: enable or disable studio mode. It uses a specific verb and resource, distinguishing it from sibling tools that handle scenes, audio, or streaming.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. No prerequisites, context, or possible side effects are mentioned.
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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