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List Documents in Collection

transkribus_coll_list_docs
Read-onlyIdempotent

List documents in a Transkribus collection with pagination and advanced filters to find specific records.

Instructions

List all documents in a collection with pagination.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
collIdYesCollection ID
uploaderIdNoFilter by uploader ID
uploaderNoFilter by uploader name
labelIdNoFilter by label ID
titleNoFilter by document title
authorNoFilter by author
writerNoFilter by writer
descriptionNoFilter by description
genreNoFilter by genre
languageNoFilter by language
hierarchyNoFilter by hierarchy
authorityNoFilter by authority
extIdNoFilter by external ID
scriptTypeNoFilter by script type
createdfromNoCreated from timestamp
createdtoNoCreated to timestamp
ultimestampNoLast modified timestamp
includeNullsNoInclude null values
isDeletedNoInclude deleted documentsfalse
pagingWrapperNoUse paging wrapper
indexNoStart index (0-based)
nValuesNoNumber of results (-1 for all)
sortColumnNoColumn to sort by
sortDirectionNoSort direction: asc or desc
Behavior2/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and non-destructive, so the description's minimal addition of 'with pagination' does not significantly enhance transparency. No disclosure of performance, rate limits, or return format.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is a single short sentence with no redundancy. It could be slightly expanded to include more context without losing conciseness, but it is efficient.

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?

With 24 parameters and no output schema, the description is too minimal. It lacks information about return values, default pagination behavior, and how this tool differs from other list/search tools. Annotations partially compensate, but the description remains incomplete.

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 covers 100% of parameters with descriptions. The description's mention of pagination aligns with index/nValues parameters but adds no new meaning beyond what the schema provides.

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 tool lists documents in a collection and mentions pagination. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like transkribus_coll_find_documents or transkribus_coll_list_docs_xml, which have similar purposes.

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 to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., filtered search or document counting). No contextual clues such as 'use when you need all documents without filters'.

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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