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create_tag

Create a new tag to categorize and organize your Joplin notes. Provide a title to generate a tag with a unique ID.

Instructions

Create a new tag.

Creates a new tag that can be applied to notes for categorization and organization.

Returns: str: Success message with the created tag's title and unique ID.

Examples: - create_tag("work") - Create a new tag named "work" - create_tag("important") - Create a new tag named "important"

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
titleYesTag title

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations, the description covers the main behavior: creating a tag and returning a success message with title and ID. It adds context about applicability to notes, though it does not mention idempotency or conflict handling.

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 with two sentences plus returns and examples, front-loaded with the main action. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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?

For a simple creation tool, the description covers purpose, examples, and return type. It could mention uniqueness constraints, but overall it is complete given the tool's simplicity.

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?

Schema description coverage is 100% for the single parameter 'title' which is described as 'Tag title'. The description adds value with examples and return type details (str with success message).

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 action ('Create a new tag') and the resource (tag), and further explains its use for categorization and organization, distinguishing it from siblings like list_tags or tag_note.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description indicates when to use the tool (to create a tag), but lacks explicit guidance on when not to use it or alternatives (e.g., if tag already exists, maybe use tag_note). No exclusionary context is provided.

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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