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blender_get_selection

Read-onlyIdempotent

Retrieves the current selection state, active object, interaction mode, and tool in Blender, including node editor selections for shader, geometry, or compositor editors. Use to understand what the user is currently working on.

Instructions

Return the current selection state — selected objects, active object, current interaction mode, and active tool.

Also returns node_editor selection if a Shader/Geometry/Compositor node editor is open, including selected nodes and the active node.

Use this when: you need to understand what the user is currently working on.

Do NOT use for: listing all objects (use blender_get_objects).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
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No arguments

Behavior5/5

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

Annotations (readOnlyHint, idempotentHint) indicate safe read operation. The description adds specific behavioral details: it also returns node editor selection when applicable. No contradictions.

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?

Two concise paragraphs. First sentence summarizes core function. Every sentence adds value. No wasted words.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Despite no output schema, description fully enumerates return values: selected objects, active object, mode, active tool, node editor selection. Complete for a getter tool.

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?

No parameters exist, so baseline is 4. Description adds no parameter info, but none is needed.

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 returns selected objects, active object, mode, active tool, and node editor selection if applicable. This distinguishes it from siblings like blender_get_objects.

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 says when to use ('understand what the user is working on') and when not to ('listing all objects, use blender_get_objects'). Provides clear alternative.

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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