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mirror_feature

Mirrors selected features about a plane or planar face to create symmetric geometry in SOLIDWORKS, reducing modeling time for parts with a symmetry plane.

Instructions

Mirror (simetría) features about a plane or planar face.

Useful for symmetric brackets, mirrored mounting bosses, and any part where you've modeled half and want SW to mirror the rest. ≈50% of autoparts geometry has at least one mirror plane.

Args: feature_names: Names of features to mirror. Pass exact names from get_active_part_info — e.g. ["Cortar-Extruir1"] for a single hole, ["Saliente-Extruir2", "Cortar-Extruir3"] to mirror a boss + a hole together. mirror_plane: Name of the plane or planar face to mirror about. Accepts: - Default plane aliases: "front" / "top" / "right" (English) or "Alzado" / "Planta" / "Vista lateral" (Spanish UI). - User-created reference plane: "Plano1" / "Plano2" etc. (returned by create_reference_plane). - Planar face name: e.g. "Cara<3>@Pieza1" for a flat face. geometry_pattern: When True (default), the mirror is a fast exact-geometry copy. Pass False to make SW recompute each mirrored feature's dimensions from scratch — useful when the source feature uses sketch dimensions that should re-evaluate on the mirrored side.

Returns the new mirror Feature with name (e.g. "Simetría1") and type ("mirror_feature").

Example — mirror a hole pattern about the part's centerline (Front plane in this binding): mirror_feature(["Cortar-Extruir1", "LPattern1"], "front")

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
mirror_planeYes
feature_namesYes
geometry_patternNo
Behavior4/5

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

No annotations provided, so the description carries full burden. It explains the geometry_pattern behavior, parameter sources, and return value, but doesn't mention potential side effects or permissions.

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?

Well-structured with paragraphs, bullet points, and a clear example. Every sentence adds value, no fluff.

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?

For a 3-param tool with no output schema, the description covers purpose, all parameters with examples, usage tips, and return value, making it self-contained.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters5/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With 0% schema coverage, the description fully compensates: explains feature_names sourcing, mirror_plane aliases and syntax, and geometry_pattern effect, far exceeding the schema's type/default info.

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 mirrors features about a plane or planar face, provides concrete examples like symmetric brackets, and distinguishes it from other pattern tools among siblings.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description explains when to use it (symmetric parts, half-modeling) and provides an example, but does not explicitly contrast with alternatives like linear_pattern or circular_pattern.

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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