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Onshape MCP Server

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create_thicken

Convert a sketch into a thickened solid by setting thickness, operation type, and direction. Supports symmetric and opposite direction thickening.

Instructions

Create a thicken feature from a sketch

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameNoThicken nameThicken
midplaneNoThicken symmetrically from sketch plane
elementIdYesPart Studio element ID
thicknessYesThickness in inches
documentIdYesDocument ID
workspaceIdYesWorkspace ID
operationTypeNoThicken operation typeNEW
sketchFeatureIdYesID of sketch to thicken
oppositeDirectionNoThicken in opposite direction
variableThicknessNoOptional variable name for thickness
Behavior2/5

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 the action without mentioning side effects (e.g., modifying the part studio), required permissions, or whether the operation is destructive. Minimal transparency.

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 a single sentence with no waste, but it is too brief to be highly useful. It lacks front-loading of critical information; however, it is appropriately concise.

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 tool has 10 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is insufficient. It fails to explain return values, prerequisites, or the overall effect of the operation (e.g., adding a feature to the feature tree).

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

Parameters3/5

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

The input schema has 100% description coverage for all parameters, providing adequate meaning. The tool description adds no additional parameter context beyond the schema, but the baseline of 3 is appropriate given this coverage.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description clearly states the action ('Create') and the resource ('thicken feature from a sketch'). It distinguishes from sibling tools which create other features (e.g., extrude, revolve) due to the feature type being specified.

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 provides no guidance on when or why to use this tool over alternatives. No prerequisites, limitations, or context for usage are mentioned.

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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