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blender_addons

Manage Blender addons (portmanteau). Prefer this tool over manage_blender_addons.

Instructions

Manage Blender addons (portmanteau). Prefer this tool over manage_blender_addons.

Operations:

  • list_addons / list_installed: List installed addons (requires Blender).

  • install_addon: Install from local addon_path (path to .py or folder).

  • install_from_url / install_url: Download and install from addon_url (ZIP or .py).

  • install_known: Install from known registry by addon_name.

  • uninstall_addon: Uninstall addon by addon_name.

  • enable / disable: Enable or disable an installed addon module.

  • search: Return known add-on URLs for a query (e.g. gaussian splat).

  • info: Show known addons registry and addons directory.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
addon_urlNoFor install_from_url (https URL to .zip or .py).
operationNolist_addons | list_installed | install_addon | install_from_url | install_known | ...list_addons
addon_nameNoFor uninstall_addon, enable, disable, install_known.
addon_pathNoFor install_addon (local path).
search_queryNoFor search (e.g. "gaussian splat").
enable_on_installNoEnable addon after install operations.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. Changed3 schema fields changedv0.5.0
    • changedInput schema / properties / addon_name / description
      Previous value: -"For uninstall_addon."New value: +"For uninstall_addon, enable, disable, install_known."
    • changedInput schema / properties / enable_on_install / description
      Previous value: -"For install_addon."New value: +"Enable addon after install operations."
    • changedInput schema / properties / operation / description
      Previous value: -"list_addons | install_addon | install_from_url | uninstall_addon | search"New value: +"list_addons | list_installed | install_addon | install_from_url | install_known | ..."
  2. First observedv0.1.0

TDQS

A4.3/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations provide no safety hints (all false), so the description carries the burden. It discloses that list requires Blender and describes operations, but doesn't specify side effects like network access, file deletion, or config changes. It gives basic behavioral context but lacks depth.

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 structured with an introductory purpose sentence and a bulleted operation list. It is slightly long but information-dense; no wasted words. The redundant list_addons/list_installed pair is minor.

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

Completeness4/5

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

With a complex operation set and output schema present, the description covers all main operation categories and parameter mappings. It notes Blender requirement and known registry, but could mention enable_on_install behavior or error scenarios. Still nearly complete for selection and invocation.

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

Parameters4/5

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

Schema provides descriptions for all parameters (100% coverage), but the description enriches them by mapping operations to specific parameters (e.g., install_from_url uses addon_url, install_addon uses addon_path). It also clarifies 'install_known' and 'search' semantics beyond the schema.

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

Purpose5/5

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

Description clearly states the tool manages Blender addons and enumerates specific operations (list, install, uninstall, enable/disable, search, info). It explicitly distinguishes itself from sibling manage_blender_addons with 'Prefer this tool over manage_blender_addons.'

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Explicitly advises preference over manage_blender_addons, which serves as an alternative. The operation list provides clear context for which action to invoke, mapping operations to parameters.

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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