MCP Salesforce Connector
Allows LLMs to interact with Salesforce data through SOQL queries, SOSL searches, and provides tools for retrieving metadata, managing records (create, read, update, delete), executing Tooling API requests, running Apex REST requests, and making direct REST API calls to Salesforce.
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Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@MCP Salesforce Connectorshow me the top 5 accounts by revenue this quarter"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
MCP Salesforce Connector
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server implementation for Salesforce integration, allowing LLMs to interact with Salesforce data through SOQL queries and SOSL searches.
Features
Execute SOQL (Salesforce Object Query Language) queries
Perform SOSL (Salesforce Object Search Language) searches
Retrieve metadata for Salesforce objects, including field names, labels, and types
Retrieve, create, update, and delete records
Execute Tooling API requests
Execute Apex REST requests
Make direct REST API calls to Salesforce
Related MCP server: Salesforce MCP Server
Configuration
Model Context Protocol
To use this server with the Model Context Protocol, you need to configure it in your claude_desktop_config.json file. Add the following entry to the mcpServers section:
{
"mcpServers": {
"salesforce": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"--from",
"mcp-salesforce-connector",
"salesforce"
],
"env": {
"SALESFORCE_ACCESS_TOKEN": "SALESFORCE_ACCESS_TOKEN",
"SALESFORCE_INSTANCE_URL": "SALESFORCE_INSTANCE_URL",
}
}
}
}Note on Salesforce Authentication Methods
This server supports two authentication methods:
OAuth (Recommended): Set
SALESFORCE_ACCESS_TOKENandSALESFORCE_INSTANCE_URLas environment variables.Username/Password (Legacy): If
SALESFORCE_ACCESS_TOKENandSALESFORCE_INSTANCE_URLare not set, the server will fall back to usingSALESFORCE_USERNAME,SALESFORCE_PASSWORD, andSALESFORCE_SECURITY_TOKEN.
Available Tools
10 toolsapex_executeC
Executes an Apex REST request
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Apex REST endpoint to call (e.g., '/MyApexClass') | |
| method | No | The HTTP method (default: 'GET') | GET |
| data | No | Data for POST/PATCH requests |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It does not mention whether the operation is destructive, idempotent, or requires specific permissions, leaving critical traits unknown.
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 short (6 words) and to the point. While it could be more informative, it wastes no words and is appropriate for a simple tool.
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?
Given no annotations and no output schema, the description omits crucial context such as return format, error behavior, and prerequisites (e.g., Apex class must be exposed). This inadequately prepares an agent to use the tool correctly.
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 100% and already defines all three parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema provides, so baseline 3 is appropriate.
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 'Executes an Apex REST request' clearly identifies the verb and resource, distinguishing it from generic REST or tooling operations among siblings. However, it lacks explicit context that this refers to Salesforce Apex classes.
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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'restful' or 'tooling_execute'. The agent has no information about prerequisites or preferred scenarios.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
create_recordD
Creates a new record
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| object_name | Yes | The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact') | |
| data | Yes | The data for the new record |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations available, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states 'Creates a new record' without mentioning that this is a write operation, authentication requirements, potential side effects (e.g., creation of dependent records), or error conditions.
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?
While the description is short, it is under-specified and fails to earn its place. A single vague phrase is not concise; it omits critical information that must be inferred.
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?
Given the complexity (nested object parameter, no output schema), the description is severely incomplete. It does not explain return values, error handling, or the behavior of the 'data' parameter. Sibling tools exist but no differentiation is provided.
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 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters. The description adds no meaning beyond the schema; it does not clarify the format of 'data' or provide examples. Baseline of 3 is appropriate since the schema is self-sufficient.
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 'Creates a new record' is a tautology that simply restates the tool name 'create_record' without specifying the target system (Salesforce) or distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'bulk_create_records'.
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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'bulk_create_records' or 'update_record'. The description lacks any context about prerequisites or scenarios.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
delete_recordC
Deletes a record
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| object_name | Yes | The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact') | |
| record_id | Yes | The ID of the record to delete |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden but only states the action 'deletes'. It fails to disclose irreversibility, required permissions, or side effects, which are critical for a mutation tool.
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 extremely short (3 words), sacrificing necessary behavioral and usage details. This is under-specification, not good conciseness.
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?
Given the simple 2-parameter tool and no output schema, the description should at least differentiate from sibling tools and indicate scope (single record, Salesforce context). It fails to do so.
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?
Parameter meanings are fully covered by the schema (100% coverage). The description adds no extra context, but baseline score is 3 due to complete schema descriptions.
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 'Deletes a record' is a tautology that adds no new information beyond the tool name. It does not differentiate from sibling tools like bulk_delete_records, which also delete records.
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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., bulk_delete_records for multiple records). The description implies single-record deletion but does not state it explicitly or mention prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get_object_fieldsC
Retrieves field Names, labels and types for a specific Salesforce object
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| object_name | Yes | The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact') |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states 'Retrieves' implying a read operation, but doesn't cover permissions needed, rate limits, error handling, or response format. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.
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 a single, efficient sentence with zero waste, clearly front-loading the purpose. It's appropriately sized for a simple tool with one parameter, making it easy to parse quickly.
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?
Given the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what the return values look like (e.g., structure of field data), error conditions, or prerequisites. For a tool that retrieves metadata, more context on output behavior is needed to be fully helpful.
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?
The description adds minimal meaning beyond the input schema, which has 100% coverage and fully documents the single parameter 'object_name'. It implies the tool operates on Salesforce objects but doesn't provide additional syntax or format details. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema does the heavy lifting.
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 verb ('Retrieves') and resource ('field Names, labels and types for a specific Salesforce object'), making the purpose explicit. It doesn't distinguish from siblings like 'get_record' or 'run_soql_query', which might also retrieve object-related data, so it misses full differentiation.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'get_record' (for record data) or 'run_soql_query' (for querying records). It lacks explicit when/when-not instructions or named alternatives, leaving usage context implied at best.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
get_recordC
Retrieves a specific record by ID
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| object_name | Yes | The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact') | |
| record_id | Yes | The ID of the record to retrieve |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states the basic retrieval action without mentioning permissions needed, error handling (e.g., invalid IDs), rate limits, or response format. This leaves significant gaps for a tool that interacts with a system like Salesforce.
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 a single, efficient sentence with zero wasted words. It's front-loaded with the core action ('retrieves') and directly addresses the tool's function without unnecessary elaboration.
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?
Given the complexity of Salesforce operations, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It lacks details on authentication requirements, error cases, return data structure, or how it differs from sibling tools, making it incomplete for effective agent use.
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?
The schema description coverage is 100%, with both parameters clearly documented in the schema. The description adds no additional meaning beyond implying 'ID' refers to 'record_id', which is already covered. This meets the baseline for high schema coverage.
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 verb ('retrieves') and resource ('a specific record by ID'), making the purpose unambiguous. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'run_soql_query' or 'get_object_fields' which could also retrieve records, so it doesn't reach the highest score.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'run_soql_query' for filtered queries or 'get_object_fields' for metadata. It simply states what it does without context about appropriate use cases or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
restfulB
Makes a direct REST API call to Salesforce
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| path | Yes | The path of the REST API endpoint (e.g., 'sobjects/Account/describe') | |
| method | No | The HTTP method (default: 'GET') | GET |
| params | No | Query parameters for the request | |
| data | No | Data for POST/PATCH requests |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations exist, so the description carries full responsibility. It fails to disclose authentication requirements, error handling, rate limits, or idempotency behavior. For a tool making arbitrary API calls, this is a significant gap.
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 a single concise phrase, front-loaded with the core action. It is efficient, though extremely brief, but still earns its place by clearly stating the tool's purpose.
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?
Given the tool's generic nature with 4 parameters and no output schema, the description lacks essential context such as return values, error responses, or prerequisites. It is too minimal for an agent to use reliably.
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?
The input schema provides 100% coverage of parameters with descriptions, so the baseline is 3. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema already conveys.
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 verb 'Makes' and the resource 'direct REST API call to Salesforce'. It distinguishes itself from other sibling tools that specialize in specific Salesforce operations like create_record or run_soql_query.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With many specialized siblings, an agent needs explicit hints about scenarios (e.g., custom endpoints not covered by other tools) to select appropriately.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
run_soql_queryC
Executes a SOQL query against Salesforce
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| query | Yes | The SOQL query to execute |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure but offers minimal information. It states the action is an execution but doesn't cover permissions needed, rate limits, query result formats, pagination, error handling, or whether this is a read-only or mutating operation. The description is technically accurate but lacks operational context.
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 a single, efficient sentence that directly states the tool's function without unnecessary words. It is front-loaded with the core action and target, making it easy to parse quickly. Every word earns its place in conveying the essential purpose.
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?
Given the complexity of executing queries in Salesforce (with potential for large datasets, permissions, and system limits), the description is incomplete. No annotations exist to cover behavioral aspects, and there is no output schema to describe return values. The description fails to address critical context like result formatting, error cases, or usage constraints, leaving significant gaps for an agent.
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?
The schema description coverage is 100%, with the single parameter 'query' clearly documented in the schema. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what the schema already provides, such as SOQL syntax examples, validation rules, or query length limits. The baseline score of 3 reflects adequate but minimal value addition.
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 action ('Executes') and target ('a SOQL query against Salesforce'), making the purpose immediately understandable. It distinguishes this from non-query siblings like create_record or update_record, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar query tools like run_sosl_search.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like run_sosl_search, apex_execute, or restful. It doesn't mention prerequisites, limitations, or typical use cases, leaving the agent to infer usage from the tool name alone.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
run_sosl_searchC
Executes a SOSL search against Salesforce
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| search | Yes | The SOSL search to execute (e.g., 'FIND {John Smith} IN ALL FIELDS') |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure but offers minimal information. It states the action ('Executes') but doesn't cover critical aspects like authentication requirements, rate limits, error handling, or what the search returns. For a tool that performs searches in a complex system like Salesforce, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.
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 a single, direct sentence with zero wasted words. It's appropriately sized for a tool with one parameter and no complex output schema, making it easy to parse and understand at a glance.
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?
Given the complexity of Salesforce searches and the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what SOSL is, how it differs from SOQL, what the return format looks like, or any limitations. For a search tool in a CRM system, more context is needed to use it effectively.
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?
The input schema has 100% description coverage, with the single parameter 'search' documented as 'The SOSL search to execute (e.g., 'FIND {John Smith} IN ALL FIELDS')'. The description adds no additional parameter information beyond what the schema provides, so it meets the baseline score of 3 for high schema coverage without extra value.
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 action ('Executes') and target resource ('SOSL search against Salesforce'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate this tool from its sibling 'run_soql_query', which appears to be a similar search operation, missing an opportunity to clarify the distinction between SOSL and SOQL searches.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'run_soql_query' or 'restful'. There's no mention of prerequisites, appropriate contexts, or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer usage based solely on the tool name and basic purpose.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
tooling_executeC
Executes a Tooling API request
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| action | Yes | The Tooling API endpoint to call (e.g., 'sobjects/ApexClass') | |
| method | No | The HTTP method (default: 'GET') | GET |
| data | No | Data for POST/PATCH requests |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, and the description does not disclose authentication needs, rate limits, error handling, or side effects. For a tool that executes arbitrary API requests, this is insufficient.
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 concise (one sentence) but lacks structure or additional details. It is adequate for a simple tool but could benefit from more context.
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?
Given three parameters, no output schema, and multiple sibling tools, the description is incomplete. It does not describe return values, error behavior, or when this tool is preferred over others.
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 100% with clear descriptions for all parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 3 applies.
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 it executes a Tooling API request, which is a specific Salesforce API. It distinguishes from siblings like restful or apex_execute, though it could be more explicit about the Tooling API's purpose.
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 like restful or run_soql_query. The agent must infer usage from the tool name and context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
update_recordB
Updates an existing record
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| object_name | Yes | The name of the Salesforce object (e.g., 'Account', 'Contact') | |
| record_id | Yes | The ID of the record to update | |
| data | Yes | The updated data for the record |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states 'Updates', which implies mutation, but omits details like idempotency, return values, permissions, or error handling. This is insufficient for a mutation tool.
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 a single sentence of four words, which is concise but too terse. Given the tool has three parameters and a nested object, more context is needed. It sacrifices informativeness for brevity.
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?
With no output schema and multiple sibling tools, the description lacks essential context. It does not mention return values, error scenarios, or the relationship to other tools like 'bulk_update_records' or 'apex_execute'. The update behavior is under-specified.
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?
The input schema describes all three parameters with 100% coverage. However, the description adds no value beyond the schema; for the 'data' nested object, it only says 'The updated data for the record' without clarifying structure or constraints.
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 'Updates an existing record' clearly states the action and resource. It is distinct from sibling tools like 'create_record' (creates new) and 'delete_record' (deletes), making the purpose unambiguous.
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?
The description implies use when modifying an existing record by ID, but lacks explicit guidance on when not to use (e.g., for bulk operations or if record doesn't exist). No alternatives are mentioned despite many sibling tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
Tool Schema Changelog
Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
10 tool updates
- First observed
apex_execute - First observed
create_record - First observed
delete_record - First observed
get_object_fields - First observed
get_record - First observed
restful - First observed
run_soql_query - First observed
run_sosl_search - First observed
tooling_execute - First observed
update_record
TDQS
Scored across 10 tools
Most tools have distinct purposes, but there is some overlap between 'restful', 'apex_execute', and 'tooling_execute' as they all involve making API calls to Salesforce, which could cause confusion. The CRUD operations and query tools are clearly differentiated.
The naming is mostly consistent with a verb_noun pattern, but there are minor deviations like 'restful' (adjective instead of verb) and 'tooling_execute' (noun_verb instead of verb_noun). Overall, the pattern is readable and predictable.
With 10 tools, the count is well-scoped for a Salesforce connector, covering core operations like CRUD, queries, and API interactions. Each tool serves a specific function without being overwhelming.
The tool set provides comprehensive coverage for Salesforce operations, including CRUD, metadata retrieval (get_object_fields), querying (SOQL/SOSL), and various API calls (REST, Apex, Tooling). There are no obvious gaps for typical agent workflows.
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