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actual-budget-mcp

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update_category_group

Idempotent

Rename or hide/unhide a category group in Actual Budget to organize spending categories.

Instructions

Rename or hide/unhide a category group.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
groupYesCategory group name or ID
nameNoNew name for the group
hiddenNoSet to true to hide, false to unhide
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already indicate mutation (readOnlyHint=false) and idempotency (idempotentHint=true). The description adds no further behavioral details such as effects on child categories or required 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?

The description is extremely concise (8 words) and front-loaded with the action, leaving no unnecessary words.

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 simple tool with few parameters and no output schema, the description covers the main use cases. However, it could mention that the group parameter accepts name or ID and note that the operation is idempotent.

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?

Schema coverage is 100% with adequate parameter descriptions. The description echoes the parameters (rename, hide/unhide) but does not add extra context like value constraints or interactions between parameters.

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 two specific actions (rename, hide/unhide) on a category group, which distinguishes it from sibling tools like create_category_group or update_category.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives (e.g., update_category for individual categories). Usage context is only implied by the action verbs.

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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