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set_clip_name

Rename a specific clip in Ableton Live by providing the track index, clip index, and new name.

Instructions

Set the name of a clip.

Parameters:

  • track_index: The index of the track containing the clip

  • clip_index: The index of the clip slot containing the clip

  • name: The new name for the clip

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
track_indexYes
clip_indexYes
nameYes
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden. It only states it sets a name, but does not disclose if the operation is safe, destructive, or requires special permissions. Missing behavioral details.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is short, which is good, but it is essentially a restatement of the tool name and parameter list. It could be more efficient by adding value in fewer sentences, but it is not verbose.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the simplicity (3 required parameters, no output schema), the description should explain the effect of the operation, any side effects, and constraints. It fails to provide a complete picture, such as whether the clip must exist or what happens if the name is invalid.

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%, meaning the description adds no meaning beyond parameter names. It simply lists the parameters without explaining their roles or constraints (e.g., valid index ranges, name length limits).

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states the verb 'Set' and the resource 'name of a clip', which is clear. However, it does not distinguish from sibling like 'set_track_name', which is similar in structure. It is minimally adequate.

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?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus others (e.g., when renaming a clip vs creating one) or any prerequisites. The description provides no context for appropriate use.

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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