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Create GIF

create_gif

Create a GIF node in Figma Slides to embed animated images directly into a presentation. Provide a valid parent frame ID to add the GIF to your slide.

Instructions

Create a GIF node (Slides only, may have limited support)

Tool call template

Replace each placeholder with a value matching the input schema. Only required parameters are included; add optional parameters as needed.

{
  "id": 1,
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "arguments": {
      "parentId": "<parentId>"
    },
    "name": "create_gif"
  }
}

Input Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
`data`	No
`parentId`	Yes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

First observedv0.1.2Aug 10, 2026

TDQS

B3/5.0

Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, leaving the description to carry the transparency burden. It does disclose that the operation is slide-only and may have limited support, but it does not explain the mutation behavior (e.g., what 'node' means, how data is used, whether it modifies the slide, or any side effects). This is insufficient for a create operation.

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, front-loaded sentence with no redundant words. It quickly states the core action and caveat. However, its brevity borders on under-specification rather than genuine conciseness, though there is no unnecessary content.

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?

The tool is a simple create operation with two parameters, yet the description omits crucial details such as the meaning of 'data', the expected parentId type or relationship, and any return behavior. With no annotations or output schema, an agent would struggle to invoke it correctly without further exploration. The 'limited support' caveat is not elaborated.

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?

The schema's two parameters (parentId and data) are entirely undocumented with 0% description coverage. The description does not mention or explain either parameter; 'Slides only' only weakly implies parentId should be a slide reference, and 'data' as an array of numbers is left unexplained. The description fails to compensate for the schema gap.

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 identifies a specific action and resource: 'Create a GIF node'. It adds a scope constraint ('Slides only') that differentiates it from generic node creation tools like create_node. However, the phrase 'may have limited support' is vague and doesn't fully clarify what a GIF node is or how it differs from other media nodes.

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?

The description provides a clear context: 'Slides only' indicates this tool is intended for slide contexts. It also warns about limited support, suggesting caution. However, it does not explicitly name alternatives or say when to prefer create_gif over create_video or create_node, leaving the usage decision partially implicit.

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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