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Lightroom MCP Elite

by baramesh

get_develop_preset

Inspect the internal adjustment parameters inside a Lightroom Develop preset to identify its editing values before applying or modifying it.

Instructions

Inspect internal adjustment parameters stored inside a Develop preset.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
preset_nameYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv0.1.0

TDQS

A3.5/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the behavioral burden; the word 'inspect' implies a read-only lookup, which is useful. However, it does not state whether missing presets produce an error, whether no changes are made, or whether the returned data is raw/unsorted – leaving a clear gap in behavior disclosure.

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 definition is a single front-loaded sentence with no filler or repetition. Every word contributes to the core meaning.

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 one-parameter getter with an output schema, the description is largely sufficient: it identifies the resource and read nature of the call. It falls short only in not addressing usage context or error behavior, which is less critical given the tool's low complexity.

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?

Schema coverage is 0% and the description never mentions preset_name. The only semantic signal is the schema's title 'Preset Name,' so the description adds no meaning to the single parameter and fails to compensate for the schema's lack of description.

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 uses the specific verb 'inspect' and identifies the resource as 'internal adjustment parameters stored inside a Develop preset.' This clearly distinguishes the tool from sibling tools like apply_develop_preset, list_develop_presets, and export_develop_preset, since it is the one that reads a preset's stored settings.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

The description states what the tool does but gives no guidance on when to choose it over the many related develop-preset siblings (list, apply, create, compare, export). There is no mention of when not to use it or prerequisites such as the preset needing to exist.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.