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overleaf_create_doc

Add a new blank document to an Overleaf project by specifying the project ID and file name.

Instructions

Creates a new blank document in an Overleaf project.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameYesThe name of the new document (e.g. 'newfile.tex').
projectIdYesThe ID of the Overleaf project.
parentFolderPathNoThe path of the parent folder. Leave empty for root.
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but only notes that it creates a blank document. Missing details on side effects, permissions required, or behavior when project doesn't exist or file name conflicts.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

Single sentence with no filler, front-loaded with the action. Maximally concise for the information provided.

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?

No output schema and no description of return values or error conditions. For a creation tool, agents would benefit from knowing what is returned (e.g., document ID) and prerequisite checks.

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 definitions; it simply restates the tool's purpose.

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 action (creates), resource (new blank document), and scope (in an Overleaf project). It distinguishes from sibling tools like overleaf_create_folder and overleaf_create_project, though 'blank' could be more explicit.

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives like overleaf_upload_file or overleaf_edit_file. Usage context is implied but not explicitly stated.

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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