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Assign To Layer

assign_to_layer

Assign an object, tag, or material to a named Cinema 4D layer; set layer to null to clear it. The layer must exist, so create it first if needed.

Instructions

Place a target (object / tag / material) on a named layer. Pass layer:null to clear the assignment. The layer must exist — call create_layer first if needed.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
layerYesLayer name, or null to clear.
targetYesEntity to assign.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

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    • addedInput schema / properties / layer / type
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      Removed value: -[
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+        "type": "string"
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+      "name": {
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+      "owner": {
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  2. Changed1 schema field changedv0.4.3
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+  {
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+      "name": {
+        "type": "string"
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+          "material",
+          "shader",
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+          "scene_saver",
+          "bitmap_loader",
+          "bitmap_saver",
+          "tool",
+          "preference",
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  3. First observedv0.3.1

TDQS

A4/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden and does disclose two notable behaviors: passing layer:null clears the assignment, and the target layer must pre-exist. It does not mention permissions, side effects on the target, or overwrite semantics when reassigning, so it is helpful but not complete.

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?

Two tightly written sentences with zero waste. The primary action is front-loaded, followed by the null-clear rule and the prerequisite, in a logical order.

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 two-parameter mutation with no output schema and no annotations, the description supplies the essential behavioral facts an agent needs (clear semantics, pre-existence requirement). Only the reassignment/overwrite behavior and target-kind breadth are left implicit.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters, establishing the baseline of 3. The description's note about layer:null duplicates the schema's own 'Layer name, or null to clear' text, and its target examples are actually less complete than the schema's discriminated union.

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?

States a specific verb (place/assign) and resource (target on a layer), and distinguishes itself from the creation sibling by noting the layer must already exist. The parenthetical target list (object/tag/material) is narrower than the schema's many target kinds, which slightly under-sells scope, but the core action is unmistakable.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Gives a clear precondition: call create_layer first if the layer does not exist. It also explains the null case for clearing. It does not explicitly compare against siblings like set_layer_flags or assign_material, so it stops short of full routing guidance.

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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