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create_sphere

Create a sphere in FreeCAD with specified radius and optional object name.

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Create a sphere in FreeCAD

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
radiusYesRadius of the sphere in mm
nameNoName for the sphere objectSphere
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are present, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It does not mention that the sphere is added to the current FreeCAD document, whether it is placed at origin, or any side effects. The description is too minimal for a creation tool.

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 concise sentence that immediately conveys the core purpose. It is well front-loaded and contains no fluff, though it could be expanded usefully.

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?

Given the tool's simplicity (two parameters, no nested objects, no output schema), the description is somewhat complete but lacks context about document requirements, object placement, and interaction with existing features. More behavioral details would improve completeness.

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 coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema descriptions (e.g., radius in mm, default name). No extra clarification is provided.

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 'Create a sphere in FreeCAD' clearly states the action (create) and the resource (sphere in a specific application). It is specific and actionable, but it does not differentiate from sibling tools like create_box or create_cylinder, which perform analogous operations for different shapes.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., create_box, create_cylinder). The agent must infer from the name alone, which is insufficient for optimal tool selection.

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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