toggle_arrangement_record
Control recording in Ableton Live's arrangement view. Use this command to start or stop recording during your session.
Instructions
Toggle arrangement record mode.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
Control recording in Ableton Live's arrangement view. Use this command to start or stop recording during your session.
Toggle arrangement record mode.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. 'Toggle' implies a state switch but does not clarify whether it starts/stops recording, what the effect is on existing recordings, or any prerequisites. This lack of detail may leave the agent unsure about 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 a single, front-loaded phrase with no unnecessary words. It effectively communicates the core action in minimal space.
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 there is no output schema and no annotations, the description is not complete. It does not mention what the tool returns, what the current state will be after toggling, or how this relates to other recording tools. For a tool with zero parameters, the description should still provide context about the toggle's impact.
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?
There are no parameters in the schema, so the description has nothing to add regarding parameters. The baseline for zero parameters is 4, and the description does not introduce any confusion or irrelevant information.
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 uses a specific verb 'toggle' and clearly identifies the resource as 'arrangement record mode'. This distinguishes it from the sibling tool 'toggle_session_record' by explicitly naming the arrangement context.
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 such as 'toggle_session_record'. The description only states the function, leaving the user to infer usage context from the name.
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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