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KiCad MCP Server (IPC API)

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export_svg

Export a KiCad board as an SVG file, with optional control over which layers to include.

Instructions

Export board as SVG.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
output_pathYes
layersNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior1/5

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits such as whether the tool modifies the board, requires specific permissions, or has side effects. The 4-word description is insufficient for behavioral transparency.

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

Conciseness2/5

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

While the description is short, it is under-specified and lacks critical details. Conciseness is not beneficial when it sacrifices clarity and completeness.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness1/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (two parameters, sibling export tools, and an output schema), the description is severely incomplete. It fails to explain the 'layers' parameter, output path expectations, or return value.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description adds no meaning beyond the parameter names. The 'layers' parameter is not explained, leaving ambiguity about its purpose and format.

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 verb 'Export' and the resource 'board as SVG', conveying a specific action and output format. However, it does not differentiate from sibling export tools like export_dxf or export_pdf, which follow the same naming pattern.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as export_dxf or export_pdf. The description lacks context about the appropriate use case for SVG format.

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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