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microcms_update_content_draft

Update existing microCMS content in draft mode to preview changes before publishing, ensuring proper field structure for custom and iframe fields.

Instructions

Create new content in microCMS and publish it immediately.

Important

Ensure that the "content" you submit strictly adheres to the following specifications. In particular, take extra care when handling custom fields and iframe fields, as mistakes are common in their structure. Read the instructions thoroughly and construct the data precisely as described. In particular, for extended fields (iframe fields), you need to take care to call microcms_get_list tool beforehand, and set its structure to the "data" field (Detail is described below).

Field type specifications

  • Image fields require URL string uploaded to microCMS media library (e.g., "https://images.microcms-assets.io/assets/xxx/yyy/sample.png").

  • Multiple image fields use array format.

  • Rich editor fields expect HTML strings.

  • Date fields use ISO 8601 format.

  • Select fields use arrays.

  • Content reference fields use contentId strings or arrays for multiple references, and you can get contentIds from microcms_get_list tool.

  • Custom field exepect below struct:

<field Id in apiFields> {
  "fieldId": "<target custom field id in customFields>"
  "key1": "<value1>",
  "key2": "<value2>",
}
  • iframe field (Extension field) expects the following structure for CREATE/UPDATE:

  {
    "id": "some-id",
    "title": "some-title",
    "description": "some-description",
    "imageUrl": "https://images.microcms-assets.io/assets/xxxx/yyyy/{fileName}.png",
    "updatedAt": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z",
    "data": { "key1": "value1", "key2": "value2" }
  }
  • IMPORTANT: When retrieving content via API, only the "data" object content is returned (without the wrapper).

  • IMPORTANT: When creating/updating content, you MUST provide the full structure including id, title, description, imageUrl, updatedAt, and data.

  • To understand the "data" structure, ALWAYS use microcms_get_list to retrieve existing content first and examine the field structure.

  • "id", "title", "description", "imageUrl" are metadata displayed in the admin screen and are not included in the API GET response.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
endpointYesContent type name (e.g., "blogs", "news")
contentIdYesContent ID to update
contentYesContent data to update (JSON object). Create new content in microCMS and publish it immediately. ## Important Ensure that the "content" you submit strictly adheres to the following specifications. In particular, take extra care when handling custom fields and iframe fields, as mistakes are common in their structure. Read the instructions thoroughly and construct the data precisely as described. In particular, for extended fields (iframe fields), you need to take care to call microcms_get_list tool beforehand, and set its structure to the "data" field (Detail is described below). ## Field type specifications * Image fields require URL string uploaded to microCMS media library (e.g., "https://images.microcms-assets.io/assets/xxx/yyy/sample.png"). * Multiple image fields use array format. * Rich editor fields expect HTML strings. * Date fields use ISO 8601 format. * Select fields use arrays. * Content reference fields use contentId strings or arrays for multiple references, and you can get contentIds from microcms_get_list tool. * Custom field exepect below struct: ```json <field Id in apiFields> { "fieldId": "<target custom field id in customFields>" "key1": "<value1>", "key2": "<value2>", } ``` * iframe field (Extension field) expects the following structure for CREATE/UPDATE: ```json { "id": "some-id", "title": "some-title", "description": "some-description", "imageUrl": "https://images.microcms-assets.io/assets/xxxx/yyyy/{fileName}.png", "updatedAt": "2024-01-01T00:00:00Z", "data": { "key1": "value1", "key2": "value2" } } ``` * **IMPORTANT**: When retrieving content via API, only the "data" object content is returned (without the wrapper). * **IMPORTANT**: When creating/updating content, you MUST provide the full structure including id, title, description, imageUrl, updatedAt, and data. * To understand the "data" structure, ALWAYS use microcms_get_list to retrieve existing content first and examine the field structure. * "id", "title", "description", "imageUrl" are metadata displayed in the admin screen and are not included in the API GET response.

Implementation Reference

  • The handler function that performs the actual update of content draft by calling the update client function with draft options.
    export async function handleUpdateContentDraft(params: ToolParameters) {
      const { endpoint, contentId, content } = params;
    
      if (!contentId) {
        throw new Error('contentId is required');
      }
    
      if (!content) {
        throw new Error('content is required');
      }
    
      const updateOptions: MicroCMSUpdateOptions = {
        isDraft: true, // Always save as draft
      };
    
      return await update(endpoint, contentId, content, updateOptions);
    }
  • Tool definition including the name, description, and input schema for validating parameters: endpoint, contentId, and content.
    export const updateContentDraftTool: Tool = {
      name: 'microcms_update_content_draft',
      description: FIELD_FORMATS_DESCRIPTION,
      inputSchema: {
        type: 'object',
        properties: {
          endpoint: {
            type: 'string',
            description: 'Content type name (e.g., "blogs", "news")',
          },
          contentId: {
            type: 'string',
            description: 'Content ID to update',
          },
          content: {
            type: 'object',
            description: `Content data to update (JSON object). ` + FIELD_FORMATS_DESCRIPTION,
          },
        },
        required: ['endpoint', 'contentId', 'content'],
      },
    };
  • src/server.ts:15-15 (registration)
    Imports the tool definition and handler function for use in the MCP server.
    import { updateContentDraftTool, handleUpdateContentDraft } from './tools/update-content-draft.js';
  • src/server.ts:47-72 (registration)
    Registers the tool in the server's list of available tools.
    server.setRequestHandler(ListToolsRequestSchema, async () => {
      return {
        tools: [
          getListTool,
          getListMetaTool,
          getContentTool,
          getContentMetaTool,
          createContentPublishedTool,
          createContentDraftTool,
          createContentsBulkPublishedTool,
          createContentsBulkDraftTool,
          updateContentPublishedTool,
          updateContentDraftTool,
          patchContentTool,
          patchContentStatusTool,
          patchContentCreatedByTool,
          deleteContentTool,
          getMediaTool,
          uploadMediaTool,
          deleteMediaTool,
          getApiInfoTool,
          getApiListTool,
          getMemberTool,
        ],
      };
    });
  • src/server.ts:109-111 (registration)
    Switch case that routes tool calls named 'microcms_update_content_draft' to the handler function.
    case 'microcms_update_content_draft':
      result = await handleUpdateContentDraft(params);
      break;
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden and does well by specifying that content is published immediately, detailing field type requirements, and warning about common mistakes with custom and iframe fields. It explains the wrapper structure for iframe fields and the need to retrieve existing content first, adding valuable behavioral context beyond basic parameters.

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?

The description is overly long and repetitive, with the same content copied into the schema. It uses markdown formatting but includes redundant sections and could be more front-loaded. Sentences like 'Read the instructions thoroughly' add fluff rather than essential information, reducing efficiency.

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

Completeness3/5

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

For a mutation tool with 3 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and no output schema, the description adds context on field types and behavioral notes, but gaps remain. It doesn't explain error handling, authentication needs, or rate limits, and the purpose confusion with the tool name limits completeness. It's adequate but has clear areas for improvement.

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 description coverage is 100%, with the 'content' parameter's description duplicating the tool's full description text. This provides detailed field specifications but doesn't add new meaning beyond what's already in the schema. The baseline is 3 since the schema does the heavy lifting, though the description reinforces parameter expectations.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description starts with 'Create new content in microCMS and publish it immediately' which states the action and resource, but the tool name 'microcms_update_content_draft' suggests updating existing content, creating confusion. It doesn't clearly distinguish from siblings like 'microcms_update_content_published' or 'microcms_patch_content' regarding draft vs published status or update vs patch operations.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions using 'microcms_get_list' for understanding field structures, but doesn't compare to siblings like 'microcms_update_content_published' or 'microcms_create_content_draft' to clarify use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions.

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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