Load Project
load_projectOpen a QGIS project by specifying the file path to a .qgs or .qgz file.
Instructions
Load a QGIS project from a .qgs/.qgz file path.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| path | Yes |
load_projectOpen a QGIS project by specifying the file path to a .qgs or .qgz file.
Load a QGIS project from a .qgs/.qgz file path.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| path | Yes |
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 says 'load' but does not mention side effects (e.g., replaces current project), failure modes (e.g., file not found), or authentication needs. The agent cannot infer consequences of calling this tool.
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 sentence of 10 words, which is concise and front-loaded with the action. However, it may be too brief given the lack of supplementary information from annotations or schema.
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?
Without output schema or annotations, the description should at least hint at return values or state changes. It only states the basic operation, leaving the agent unaware of what happens after loading (e.g., active layer set, return value). Incomplete for a project-loading tool.
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?
Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description only adds 'from a .qgs/.qgz file path' without specifying path format, validity requirements, or whether it supports relative paths. The agent lacks sufficient information to correctly construct the 'path' parameter.
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 clearly states the action 'load' and the resource 'QGIS project' with explicit file extensions (.qgs/.qgz). It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'save_project', 'create_new_project', and 'get_project_info' by specifying the operation of loading an existing project from a file.
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?
The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as when to load vs create a new project, or what prerequisites are needed (e.g., file existence). The agent has no context for appropriate invocation.
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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