adeu
Adeu: Natives "Änderungen nachverfolgen" für KI
LLMs sprechen Markdown; Anwälte sprechen "Änderungen nachverfolgen".
Adeu ist ein Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server und Python SDK, das als "Virtual DOM" für Microsoft Word fungiert. Es bietet eine bidirektionale Abstraktionsschicht, die es KI-Agenten ermöglicht, Dokumententexte frei zu bearbeiten, ohne die zugrunde liegende Formatierung oder komplexes DOCX-XML zu zerstören.
Während Standardbibliotheken wie python-docx hervorragend darin sind, Dokumente von Grund auf neu zu erstellen, scheitern sie an zerstörungsfreien Redigierungen. Adeu löst dies, indem es .docx-Dateien in eine token-effiziente Markdown-Repräsentation übersetzt. Dies befreit KI-Agenten davon, sich mit OpenXML herumschlagen zu müssen, und ermöglicht es ihnen, sich vollständig auf die Semantik des Dokuments zu konzentrieren.
Adeu fungiert als intelligenter Proxy, der KI-Bearbeitungen als sichere, atomare Transaktionen verarbeitet:
Extrahieren: Übersetzt das Dokument (von der Festplatte oder aus einem aktiven Word-Prozess) in LLM-freundliches CriticMarkup mit einem semantischen Anhang aus definierten Begriffen, Querverweisen und wahrscheinlichen Tippfehlern. Der Agent beginnt mit der semantischen Struktur, nicht mit Rohdaten.
Validieren: Fungiert als striktes Sicherheits-Gateway. Es schützt die Integrität des Dokuments, indem es mehrdeutige Textübereinstimmungen oder ungültige strukturelle Änderungen automatisch blockiert, bevor sie die Datei beeinflussen.
Übertragen: Übersetzt die Textbearbeitungen der KI in native Word-Änderungen ("Track Changes"). Adeu handhabt das komplexe XML im Hintergrund und stellt sicher, dass bestehende Layouts, Schriftarten und Randkommentare perfekt erhalten bleiben.
Gewartet von Adeu.
Einrichtung
Voraussetzung: Adeu verwendet uv für eine schnelle, isolierte Ausführung. Der einfachste Weg zur Installation ist über pip:
pip install uvmacOS
curl -LsSf https://astral.sh/uv/install.sh | shWindows
powershell -ExecutionPolicy ByPass -c "irm https://astral.sh/uv/install.ps1 | iex"Integration in Claude Desktop
Um Adeu sofort zu Claude Desktop hinzuzufügen, führen Sie Folgendes aus:
uvx adeu init[!IMPORTANT] Dieser Befehl erkennt und aktualisiert automatisch Ihre
claude_desktop_config.json. Starten Sie Claude Desktop danach neu, um die neuen Tools zu laden.
Überprüfung der Funktionsweise
Sobald Claude Desktop neu gestartet wurde, können Sie bestätigen, dass Adeu verbunden ist, indem Sie die folgende Nachricht direkt an Claude senden:
"Kannst du eine DOCX-Datei mit dem Adeu-Tool lesen?"
Wenn alles korrekt eingerichtet ist, wird Claude bestätigen, dass es Zugriff auf die Adeu-Tools hat, und beschreiben, was es tun kann. Wenn Adeu nicht erwähnt wird oder Claude angibt, keine Dateitools zu haben, überprüfen Sie bitte, ob Sie Claude Desktop nach der Ausführung von uvx adeu init neu gestartet haben.
Da Adeu Python 3.12+ erfordert, übernimmt uvx automatisch das Herunterladen der korrekten Python-Version und das Ausführen des Servers:
{
"mcpServers": {
"adeu": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": ["--from", "adeu", "adeu-server"]
}
}
}Related MCP server: mcp-server-docx
Arbeitsabläufe
1. Für Agenten (Claude / MCP)
Adeu läuft als Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server. Es stellt Agenten spezifische Tools zur Verfügung, um Dokumente sicher zu lesen, zu überprüfen und zu bearbeiten.
MCP Apps UI: Das
read_docx-Tool unterstützt das neueste MCP Apps UI-Protokoll. Wenn ein Agent ein Dokument liest, rendert Adeu dynamisch eine benutzerdefinierte, interaktive Markdown-UI-Ansicht direkt in Ihrem Claude-Chatfenster – so können Sie den extrahierten Text und die Formatierung visuell zusammen mit der Argumentation der KI überprüfen!
Empfohlener Agent-Prompt: Obwohl die Tools von Adeu ihre Schemata automatisch gegenüber dem LLM beschreiben, können Sie die besten Ergebnisse garantieren, indem Sie diesen Kontext zu den Projektanweisungen von Claude oder dem System-Prompt Ihres Agenten hinzufügen:
Rolle: Dokumentenspezialist Tools:
read_docx(clean_view=True): Lesen Sie die finale "saubere" Version des Textes, um den Kontext zu verstehen.
process_document_batch: Modus "Übertragen & Verhandeln". Wenden Sie eine einheitliche Liste von Änderungen an. Verwenden Sietype: "modify"für spezifische Suchen-und-Ersetzen-Textbearbeitungen undtype: "accept","reject"oder"reply", um bestehende Änderungen und Kommentare nach ID zu verwalten.
sanitize_docx: Bereinigung vor dem Senden. Entfernen Sie gefährliche Metadaten, Autorennamen und interne Tracking-IDs vor der Freigabe. Kann bestehendes Markup beibehalten (keep_markup=True) oder ein sauberes Delta gegenüber einer Basislinie generieren.
Live MS Word-Integration
Wenn Sie unter Windows mit installiertem Microsoft Word arbeiten, kann Adeu als Echtzeit-Copilot fungieren und das aktive Dokument direkt vor Ihren Augen bearbeiten.
read_active_word_document: Extrahiert Text, nachverfolgte Änderungen und Kommentare direkt aus dem aktiven, geöffneten Word-Fenster.process_active_word_batch: Übersetzt die Bearbeitungen des LLM in native COM-Makros und beobachtet, wie Word automatisch tippt, löscht und Kommentare auf der Arbeitsfläche hinzufügt.
2. Für Entwickler (Python SDK)
Wenn Sie eine Legal-Tech-Anwendung oder eine automatisierte Pipeline erstellen, verwenden Sie die RedlineEngine direkt. Sie übernimmt die Schwerstarbeit der XML-Manipulation.
from adeu import RedlineEngine, ModifyText
from io import BytesIO
# 1. Load the contract
with open("MSA.docx", "rb") as f:
stream = BytesIO(f.read())
# 2. Define the edit (e.g., from an LLM response)
# Adeu uses fuzzy matching to locate the target text, even if whitespace varies.
edit = ModifyText(
target_text="State of New York",
new_text="State of Delaware",
comment="Standardizing governing law."
)
# 3. Apply changes
engine = RedlineEngine(stream, author="AI Copilot")
engine.apply_edits([edit])
# 4. Save the result
with open("MSA_Redlined.docx", "wb") as f:
f.write(engine.save_to_stream().getvalue())3. Das CLI
Untersuchen Sie Dokumente schnell oder wenden Sie Stapel von Bearbeitungen über Ihr Terminal an.
# Extract clean text for RAG or prompting
adeu extract contract.docx -o contract.md
# Generate a visual diff between two versions
adeu diff v1.docx v2.docx
# Preview what an edit list (JSON) would look like
adeu markup contract.docx edits.json --output preview.md
# Apply edits to the DOCX
adeu apply contract.docx edits.json --author "Review Bot"
# Scrub author metadata and internal trackers, but keep the visual redlines for the counterparty
adeu sanitize redline.docx -o clean.docx --keep-markup --author "My Firm" --reportHauptmerkmale
Format-Sicherheit
Adeu "schreibt" das Dokument nicht um. Es patcht es.
Bilder & Layouts: Unberührt.
Nummerierung & Kopfzeilen: Beibehalten.
Tabellen & Listen: Komplexe Gridspans und mehrstufige juristische Nummerierungen sind explizit geschützt.
Komplexes XML: Es werden nur die Textbereiche modifiziert, die von der Bearbeitung betroffen sind.
CriticMarkup-Repräsentation
Zwischendarstellungen sind wichtig. Adeu verwendet CriticMarkup, um Änderungen zu visualisieren.
Markup | Bedeutung | Beispiel |
| Löschung |
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| Einfügung |
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Semantischer Anhang
Verträge sind voller Fallstricke, die ein LLM beim ersten Durchgang übersehen könnte: inkonsistent verwendete definierte Begriffe, defekte Querverweise und OCR-ähnliche Tippfehler in unsauberen Dokumenten. Adeu berechnet diese beim Extrahieren vor und übergibt dem Agenten einen strukturierten Anhang zusammen mit dem Text.
Intelligente Zuordnung
Word-Dokumente sind unordentlich. Ein Wort wie "Vertrag" könnte aufgrund der Rechtschreibprüfung oder des Formatierungsverlaufs in XML-Runs wie ["Ver", "trag"] aufgeteilt sein.
Run-Zusammenführung: Adeu normalisiert diese Aufteilungen, sodass die KI "Vertrag" sieht.
Fuzzy Matching: Es handhabt geringfügige Abweichungen bei Leerzeichen zwischen dem Speicher des LLM und dem tatsächlichen Dokumentinhalt.
Metadaten-Bereinigung
Bestehende Metadaten-Scrubber zerstören Redigierungen oder entfernen stillschweigend Daten. Der sanitize-Befehl von Adeu entfernt chirurgisch gefährliche Tracker (rsids, Vorlagen, interne Pfade, Zeitstempel) und verwaiste Inhalte, während gültige Änderungen beibehalten werden. Entscheidend ist, dass ein transparenter Prüfbericht generiert wird, der genau belegt, was entfernt wurde und was für den Empfänger sichtbar sein wird.
Adeu Cloud
Standardmäßig sind die Kern-Redigierungs-Engine von Adeu und die lokalen Dateitools vollständig Open-Source und werden vollständig auf Ihrem Computer ausgeführt. Adeu sendet niemals Ihre lokalen Dokumente nach Hause (obwohl Ihr gewählter LLM-Anbieter den Text, den der Agent liest, natürlich verarbeitet).
Sie können sich jedoch explizit dafür entscheiden, Ihren MCP-Server mit der Adeu Cloud zu verbinden, um Folgendes freizuschalten:
End-to-End-Workflows (E-Mail): Da Verträge per E-Mail versendet werden, ermöglicht Adeu Cloud Agenten, E-Mail-Threads sicher abzurufen, DOCX-Anhänge von Gegenparteien zur Überprüfung zu extrahieren und Antworten mit Ihren neu bereinigten Redigierungen im Anhang zu entwerfen.
Erweiterte Dokumentenvalidierung: Führen Sie komplexe, dokumentübergreifende semantische Validierungsaufgaben asynchron aus. Durch die sichere Weiterleitung dieser massiven Kontexte an die Adeu Cloud zur Verarbeitung verhindern Sie, dass Ihr lokaler KI-Agent sein Kontextfenster erschöpft oder Ratenbegrenzungen erreicht.
Erfahren Sie mehr über Adeu Cloud.
Mitwirken
Wir freuen uns über Beiträge aus der Community! Ob es darum geht, Fehler zu beheben, Funktionen hinzuzufügen oder die Dokumentation zu verbessern – bitte lesen Sie unseren Contributing Guide für Anweisungen zur Einrichtung der lokalen uv-Umgebung, zum Ausführen von Tests und zum Verständnis der strengen XML-Sicherheitsrichtlinien des Projekts.
Lizenz
MIT-Lizenz. Open Source und kostenlos für die Verwendung in kommerziellen Anwendungen.
Available Tools
11 toolsaccept_all_changesADestructive
Accepts all tracked changes and removes all comments in a single operation, producing a finalized clean document. Use this when a document review is entirely complete and you want to clear all redlines. For selective acceptance/rejection of specific changes, use process_document_batch instead.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| docx_path | Yes | Absolute path to the DOCX file. | |
| output_path | No | Optional output path. |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare destructiveHint=true, and description adds that it removes comments and finalizes the document. This aligns well, though it could explicitly mention irreversibility. Still, combined with annotations, the behavior is clear.
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?
Two efficient sentences, each serving a distinct purpose: first explaining the operation, second providing usage guidance. No extraneous information.
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?
For a simple tool with two parameters and an output schema, the description fully covers the operation, its outcome, and usage context. No information gaps.
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?
Input schema provides 100% description coverage for both parameters. Description does not add any additional semantic value beyond what is already in the schema.
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?
Description clearly states it accepts all tracked changes and removes comments to produce a finalized document. It uses specific verbs and distinguishes itself from process_document_batch by emphasizing single operation vs. selective processing.
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?
Explicit when-to-use (when review is entirely complete) and when-not-to-use (for selective changes), with direct mention of alternative sibling tool process_document_batch.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
create_email_draftA
Creates an email draft in the user's native draft box (e.g., Outlook/Gmail). Can either start a NEW email, or REPLY to an existing thread. To REPLY, provide 'reply_to_email_id' (the short ID from search_and_fetch_emails). To start a NEW email, omit the ID but provide 'subject' and 'to_recipients'. Allows attaching local files (PDF/DOCX) by providing their absolute paths. The body should be formatted in Markdown.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| body_markdown | Yes | The body of the email in Markdown format. Will be converted to HTML. | |
| reply_to_email_id | No | Provide the short email ID to reply to an existing thread. | |
| subject | No | The subject line. Required if starting a NEW email. | |
| to_recipients | No | List of emails. Required if starting a NEW email. | |
| attachment_paths | No | List of absolute file paths on the local system to attach to the draft. |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It discloses that drafts are created in the native draft box (not sent), supports Markdown body, and accepts attachments (PDF/DOCX) via absolute paths. It does not mention permissions, limits, or what happens on failure. This is adequate but could add more safety context. Score 4.
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, well-structured paragraph that first states the main function, then explains two modes, then attachments, then body format. Every sentence is informative; no redundant or vague statements. It is appropriately sized for the complexity. Score 5.
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?
The tool has 5 parameters and no output schema. The description explains input semantics well but omits what the tool returns (e.g., draft ID or success status). Given the complexity and that sibling tools like search_and_fetch_emails have IDs, the return value is important for chaining. Completeness is slightly lacking, so 3.
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%, baseline 3. The description adds significant value by explaining the relationship between parameters and the two modes (NEW vs REPLY). It clarifies that reply_to_email_id is required for REPLY, and subject/to_recipients are required for NEW. This goes beyond individual parameter descriptions and provides usage logic. Score 5.
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 creates an email draft in the user's native draft box (Outlook/Gmail). It distinguishes between starting a NEW email and REPLYING to a thread, and references the sibling tool search_and_fetch_emails for the reply ID. This specificity and differentiation merits a 5.
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 explicitly provides two modes (REPLY vs NEW) with conditions for each: for REPLY, provide reply_to_email_id; for NEW, provide subject and to_recipients. It also instructs on attachment paths. However, it does not state when NOT to use this tool nor list alternatives, missing full comparatives. Still, the guidance is clear and useful, so 4.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
diff_docx_filesARead-only
Compares two DOCX files and generates a text-based Unified Diff. Use this to see exactly what changed between two versions of a document. By default (compare_clean=True), it compares the 'Accepted' finalized states of both documents. Set compare_clean=False if you need to compare the raw underlying text including Tracked Change CriticMarkup.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| original_path | Yes | Path to the base document. | |
| modified_path | Yes | Path to the new document. | |
| compare_clean | No | If True, compares 'Accepted' state. If False, compares raw text. |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations indicate readOnlyHint=true, and the description adds operational details about compare_clean parameter behavior and output format. 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.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Three sentences front-load purpose and usage, with no redundant information. Every sentence earns its place.
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?
For a file comparison tool with output schema and annotations, the description adequately covers behavior and parameters. It does not address error conditions but that is acceptable given the output schema fills return details.
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 descriptions already cover all parameters (100% coverage); the description adds nuanced context about the compare_clean flag's effect on tracked changes, enhancing understanding.
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 'Compares two DOCX files and generates a text-based Unified Diff', specifying a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from siblings as no other tool performs comparison.
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?
It includes 'Use this to see exactly what changed between two versions of a document', providing explicit guidance. However, it does not mention situations to avoid or alternative tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
login_to_adeu_cloudA
Logs the user into the Adeu Cloud backend. Securely opens a browser window for authentication.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Description adds the key side effect of opening a browser window for authentication, which is not covered by the openWorldHint annotation. It does not detail if user interaction is required or if it's blocking.
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?
Two sentences that are front-loaded and concise. Every word adds value with no redundancy.
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?
The description covers purpose and behavior adequately. With 0 parameters and an output schema available, it is fairly complete, though it could mention idempotency or prerequisites like being logged out first.
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?
Input schema has 0 parameters, so no parameter documentation is needed. Description does not need to add param semantics.
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 tool logs the user into Adeu Cloud backend via secure browser authentication, with specific verb 'logs' and resource 'Adeu Cloud backend'. It distinguishes from the sibling 'logout_of_adeu_cloud'.
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 usage for authentication but does not provide explicit guidance on when to use or when not to (e.g., if already logged in). No alternatives are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
logout_of_adeu_cloudA
Logs out of the Adeu Cloud backend by clearing the local API key from the OS Keychain.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No parameters | |||
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Description discloses that the tool clears the local API key from the OS Keychain, which is a destructive action beyond the openWorldHint annotation. No contradiction.
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?
Single sentence, concise, front-loaded with the core action. No unnecessary words.
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 simplicity (no params, output schema exists), the description fully covers purpose and side effects. No gaps.
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?
Tool has no parameters and schema coverage is 100%, so description does not need to add parameter details. It is adequate.
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?
Description clearly states the action (logs out) and the resource (Adeu Cloud backend), and implicitly differentiates from the sibling tool login_to_adeu_cloud.
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?
Description does not explicitly state when to use or when not to use, but the context of logout vs login makes usage obvious. No exclusions or alternatives are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
open_local_fileA
Opens a local file in its native desktop application (e.g., Microsoft Word for DOCX files).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| file_path | Yes | Absolute path to the file to open. |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The annotation openWorldHint: true already indicates external side effects. The description adds value by specifying 'native desktop application', clarifying the nature of the side effect. Additional details (e.g., dependency on file associations) would improve transparency.
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?
A single, front-loaded sentence with no redundancy. Every word serves a 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?
For a simple tool with one parameter and an output schema (presumably handling success/error), the description is adequate. It could mention the return type or edge cases, but overall completeness is high.
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 the description does not add meaning beyond the schema's definition of 'file_path' as 'Absolute path to the file to open.' 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 specifies the action ('opens') and the resource ('local file'), and includes an example ('Microsoft Word for DOCX files') that distinguishes it from sibling tools like read_docx or diff_docx_files.
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., read_docx for content extraction). The description merely states what it does without context for selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
process_document_batchADestructive
Applies a batch of structural edits, text modifications, and review actions to a document. This is your primary tool for editing DOCX files.
CRITICAL: All changes in the batch evaluate against the ORIGINAL document state. Do not send sequential edits that depend on each other within the same batch (e.g. rename X to Y, then modify Y). Instead, apply the rename in one batch, then modify Y in a subsequent batch.
The changes parameter is a list of operations. Each item MUST have a type:
'modify': Search-and-replace text. Provide exact
target_text(CRITICAL: include surrounding context if the word appears multiple times to ensure unique matching) andnew_text(the replacement).new_textsupports full Markdown structure: '# Heading 1' through '###### Heading 6' at the start of a line for heading styles, 'bold' and 'italic' inline formatting, and blank lines ('\n\n') to splitnew_textinto multiple paragraphs. Multi-paragraph inserts are tracked as one logical revision. To delete text, makenew_textempty. Do NOT manually write CriticMarkup tags ({++, {--, {>>). To add a comment, use the 'comment' parameter.'accept': Finalize a tracked change. Requires
target_id(e.g., 'Chg:12'). (Note: Accepting one half of a paired modify cascades to accept the other half).'reject': Revert a tracked change. Requires
target_id(e.g., 'Chg:12'). (Note: Rejecting one half cascades to reject the other half).'reply': Reply to a comment. Requires
target_id(e.g., 'Com:5') andtext.'insert_row': Insert table row. Requires
target_text(anchor),position('above'/'below'), andcells(Markdown strings).'delete_row': Delete table row. Requires
target_textinside the row to be deleted.
Always provide a realistic author_name for Tracked Changes. This name will be used for attribution in the document's tracked changes and comments.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| original_docx_path | Yes | Absolute path to the source file. | |
| author_name | Yes | Name to appear in Track Changes (e.g., 'Reviewer AI'). | |
| changes | Yes | List of changes to apply. Each change must specify 'type'. | |
| output_path | No | Optional output path. |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| result | Yes |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations provide destructiveHint: true. The description adds valuable context: all changes evaluate against original state, accept/reject actions cascade, and author_name is required for tracked changes. It also warns against manually writing CriticMarkup tags. This goes beyond the annotation but could mention more about output 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 well-structured with sections and front-loaded with purpose and critical notes. While it is lengthy, the complexity of the tool justifies the length. Each part earns its place, though minor redundancy exists (e.g., repeated 'CRITICAL').
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 complexity (multiple change types with detailed behaviors), the description covers nearly all necessary context. The schema provides 100% parameter coverage, annotations indicate destructiveness, and an output schema exists (so return values are covered). The description is complete for effective 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?
Schema coverage is 100%, but the description adds significant meaning: for 'modify', it emphasizes including surrounding context for unique matching and explains Markdown support; for 'accept'/'reject', it notes cascading behavior; for row operations, it provides details on anchor text. This greatly enhances understanding beyond the schema.
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 tool applies a batch of structural edits, text modifications, and review actions to DOCX files, and identifies it as the primary editing tool. It distinguishes from sibling tools like accept_all_changes and sanitize_docx by specifying batch operations.
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 explicitly states it is the primary tool for editing DOCX files and provides a critical guideline about not sending sequential edits that depend on each other within the same batch. It does not explicitly list when not to use the tool, but the context from sibling tools (e.g., read_docx for reading) implies appropriate use.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
read_docxARead-only
Reads a DOCX file and extracts its text content. Use this to ingest documents into your context window. By default (clean_view=False), it returns text with inline CriticMarkup (e.g., {++inserted++}, {--deleted--}, {==highlighted==}{>>comment<<}) representing Tracked Changes and Comments. Set clean_view=True ONLY if you want to read the final, clean text, ignoring all redlines and comments.
PAGINATION & OUTLINE:
mode='outline' returns a structural map of headings with page numbers, styles, table presence, and referenced footnotes. Body content is omitted. Use this first on large documents to plan targeted reads.
mode='full' (default) returns the document body. Documents over ~19,000 characters are split into pages; use page=N to read a specific page (1-indexed). Documents under the limit are returned in full on page 1.
Page boundaries differ between clean_view=True and clean_view=False.
The Structural Appendix (defined terms, anchors, diagnostics) is repeated on every page.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| file_path | Yes | Absolute path to the DOCX file. | |
| clean_view | No | If False (default), returns the 'Raw' text with inline CriticMarkup. If True, returns 'Accepted' text. | |
| mode | No | 'full' returns body content (paginated for large docs). 'outline' returns a structural heading map with page numbers; body content is omitted. | full |
| page | No | Page number (1-indexed) for mode='full'. Defaults to 1. Ignored when mode='outline'. |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds significant behavioral context beyond the readOnlyHint annotation, including pagination behavior, CriticMarkup handling, page boundary differences between clean_view settings, and mode-specific behaviors. No contradictions with annotations.
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 structured with clear sections and front-loaded purpose. It is moderately detailed but every sentence adds value. Could be slightly more concise, but overall well-organized.
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 4 parameters and no output schema, the description explains input options and return format (text with CriticMarkup, outline structure, pagination). It covers the essential aspects for a read tool, though lacks error scenarios.
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 baseline is 3. The description adds meaningful explanations: clean_view explains CriticMarkup vs accepted text, mode explains outline vs full, page explains 1-indexed pagination. This adds value beyond the schema definitions.
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 'Reads a DOCX file and extracts its text content', which is a specific verb+resource. It distinguishes between modes and clean_view options. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like diff_docx_files or sanitize_docx, though the purpose is clear.
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 explicit guidance on when to use each mode (outline for large documents first, clean_view for final text, page for pagination). It does not state when not to use this tool, but the context is clear enough for an agent to infer appropriate usage.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
sanitize_docxADestructive
Sanitizes a DOCX file by stripping dangerous metadata (rsids, author names, template paths, DMS metadata, hidden text, orphaned content) and producing an audit report of everything removed. Use this before sending documents to external parties. Supports three modes: full scrub (for signing/closing), keep-markup (preserves your track changes and open comments), or baseline (recomputes your delta against the original document).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| file_path | Yes | Absolute path to the DOCX file to sanitize. | |
| output_path | No | Output path for the sanitized file. Defaults to <stem>_sanitized.docx. | |
| keep_markup | No | Keep existing track changes and open comments. Strips resolved comments and all metadata. Use this when sending a redline to counterparty. | |
| baseline_path | No | Path to the original/baseline document. When provided, the tool recomputes your changes as a clean delta against this baseline. Use when Track Changes was off, or to collapse multiple rounds of markup into a single clean redline. | |
| author | No | Replace all author names on track changes and comments with this value. Used with keep_markup or baseline_path. | |
| accept_all | No | Accept all unresolved track changes (full sanitize mode only). Required if the document contains unresolved changes. The report will list every change that was auto-accepted. |
Output Schema
| Name | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
No output parameters | ||
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare destructiveHint: true, and the description reinforces the destructive nature by detailing what is stripped and that an audit report is produced. It adds significant context beyond annotations, such as the three modes and the specific metadata removed. No contradiction with annotations.
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 two sentences plus a short list of modes. It front-loads the purpose, then usage, then modes. Every sentence provides value with no redundancy. Highly efficient.
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 has an output schema, the description does not need to detail return values. It covers the main behavioral aspects (three modes, audit report, metadata stripping). It could mention handling of invalid files or overwrite behavior, but the input schema provides output_path defaults. Still, it is very complete for a complex tool.
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 description coverage is 100%, but the description enriches parameter meaning by mapping parameters to the three modes (full scrub, keep-markup, baseline). For example, keep_markup corresponds to the keep-markup mode, baseline_path to the baseline mode, and accept_all is used in full scrub. The author parameter is also contextualized.
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 tool sanitizes a DOCX file by stripping dangerous metadata and producing an audit report. It lists specific items removed (rsids, author names, etc.) and describes three modes, distinguishing it from siblings like accept_all_changes or diff_docx_files.
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?
Explicit usage context is provided: 'Use this before sending documents to external parties.' The three modes give guidance on when to use each (e.g., keep-markup for redline to counterparty). However, it does not directly exclude alternatives or say when not to use; the sibling list provides alternatives but no explicit comparison.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
search_and_fetch_emailsARead-only
Searches the user's live email inbox. By default, searches only the Inbox folder (matching what the user sees in their mail client) — this excludes deleted items, drafts, and spam. Use filters to find specific emails (e.g., 'is_unread=True' for new emails, 'days_ago=7' for last week, 'folder=sent' for sent items, 'folder=all' to search the entire mailbox including trash). It returns a list of lightweight email previews. To read the full email body, thread history, and automatically download attachments to local disk, call this tool again and provide the specific email_id. Emails often contain attachments. It is highly recommended to always provide the working_directory parameter so attachments are saved directly to the user's actual project folder. This directory path refers to the user's native operating system, not the LLM's sandbox environment.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| sender | No | Filter by the sender's email address or name. | |
| subject | No | Filter by keywords in the subject line. | |
| has_attachments | No | If True, only returns emails that contain file attachments. | |
| attachment_name | No | Filter by a specific attachment filename. | |
| is_unread | No | If True, returns ONLY unread emails. If False, returns ONLY read emails. Leave empty for both. | |
| days_ago | No | Filter emails received in the last N days (e.g., 7 for last week). | |
| folder | No | The mailbox folder to search in. Defaults to 'inbox' when omitted, which matches what the user sees in their mail client and excludes deleted items, drafts, and spam. Use 'sent' to search sent items. Use 'all' ONLY when the user explicitly asks to search across the entire mailbox including trash/deleted items. | |
| limit | No | Maximum number of emails to retrieve (default: 10). | |
| offset | No | Pagination offset to skip the first N emails. | |
| email_id | No | If provided, fetches the exact full email and downloads its attachments. Accepts short IDs from search results (e.g., 'msg_abc123') OR direct Adeu IDs (e.g., 'adeu_4052'). | |
| working_directory | No | Optional. The current working directory of the project or task. If provided, attachments will be saved here under an 'adeu_attachments' subfolder. If omitted, attachments are saved to the system temp directory. |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The annotation readOnlyHint=true contradicts the description's claim that the tool downloads attachments to local disk, which is a write operation. This inconsistency misleads the agent about the tool's side effects.
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 clear and front-loaded with core purpose. While slightly verbose (10 sentences), each sentence adds value and there is minimal redundancy.
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?
For a tool with 11 parameters and no output schema, the description covers essential context: default folder behavior, fetch mode, attachment handling, and working directory. It lacks details on return format but is otherwise complete.
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%, baseline 3. The description adds value by providing usage examples (e.g., 'is_unread=True', 'days_ago=7'), explaining the behavior of email_id (accepts short IDs or Adeu IDs), and recommending working_directory for attachment storage.
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 tool searches the user's live email inbox and fetches full email with attachments when an email_id is provided. It differentiates the two modes and is distinct from sibling tools like create_email_draft.
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 explains when to use the fetch mode (by providing email_id) and gives specific filter examples. It also cautions about using 'folder=all' only when explicitly requested. However, it does not explicitly contrast with sibling tools or exclude any use cases.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
validate_documentsA
Validates documents for inconsistencies, contradictions, and risk assessments. To START a new validation, provide 'file_paths' as a JSON-encoded string representing a list of file paths. This will immediately return a task_id. To CHECK the status of a validation, call this tool AGAIN and provide ONLY the 'task_id'. The checking process will poll for up to 50 seconds. If it times out, continue checking.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| file_paths | No | A JSON-encoded string of a list of absolute paths to documents (DOCX, PDF) OR directories to start a new job. Example: '["/path/to/doc1.pdf", "/path/to/doc2.docx"]' | |
| task_id | No | If resuming a pending check, provide the task ID here. |
TDQS
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description discloses key behavioral traits beyond annotations: it returns a task_id immediately, polls for up to 50 seconds during status checks, and advises to continue if timed out. This aligns with the openWorldHint annotation indicating state mutation. No contradiction with annotations.
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 at four sentences, with the purpose front-loaded. It effectively communicates the essential information without unnecessary detail, though it could be slightly more terse.
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 asynchronous two-phase nature of the tool and the absence of an output schema, the description adequately covers the flow: starting, getting a task_id, checking status with polling, and timeout behavior. It could mention potential errors or result format, but it is generally complete.
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?
Although the input schema covers both parameters (100% coverage), the description adds significant value by explaining the usage pattern: how to start a validation with file_paths and how to check status with task_id. This clarifies the conditional logic that the schema alone does not convey.
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 tool's function: validating documents for inconsistencies, contradictions, and risk assessments. It differentiates between starting a new validation and checking status, using specific verbs and resource terms. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like diff_docx_files or sanitize_docx.
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 explicit instructions on when to use the tool for starting vs. checking a validation, including the required parameters for each case. However, it does not mention when not to use it or suggest alternative sibling tools for similar tasks.
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.
11 tool updates
v1.4.5- First observed
accept_all_changes - First observed
create_email_draft - First observed
diff_docx_files - First observed
login_to_adeu_cloud - First observed
logout_of_adeu_cloud - First observed
open_local_file - First observed
process_document_batch - First observed
read_docx - First observed
sanitize_docx - First observed
search_and_fetch_emails - First observed
validate_documents
TDQS
Scored across 11 tools
Each tool targets a distinct operation (auth, email, document reading/editing/finalization/comparison/sanitization/validation) with clear boundaries. No two tools serve overlapping purposes.
All tool names follow a consistent verb_noun snake_case pattern (e.g., accept_all_changes, create_email_draft, sanitize_docx). No mixing of styles or vague verbs.
The 11 tools cover the core functionality (document editing, email handling, authentication) without being excessive. Each tool serves a well-defined purpose.
The set covers read, edit, finalize, compare, sanitize, search/create drafts, and validate. However, adding new comments is not directly exposed (only replying), which is a minor gap.
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