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create_master_text_frame

Add a text frame to a specified master spread with custom content, position, size, font, color, and alignment.

Instructions

Create a text frame on a master spread

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
masterNameYesMaster spread name
contentYesText content for the frame
xNoX position in mm
yNoY position in mm
widthNoWidth in mm
heightNoHeight in mm
fontSizeNoFont size in points
fontFamilyNoFont family nameHelvetica Neue
textColorNoText color (RGB hex or name)Black
alignmentNoLEFT_ALIGN
isPrimaryTextFrameNoSet as primary text frame
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations, the description should disclose behavioral traits. It indicates the tool creates a new object on a master spread, implying it is non-destructive. However, it does not mention prerequisites (e.g., master spread existence), error handling, or return value.

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, which is efficient. However, it could include a brief note on usage context without losing conciseness.

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?

Given the tool's complexity (11 parameters) and no output schema, the description lacks context on when to use this versus similar tools (e.g., create_text_frame) and what the tool returns. It is minimally sufficient but not comprehensive.

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 91%, so most parameters are well-documented in the schema. The description itself adds no additional parameter information beyond what the schema provides, meeting the baseline expectation.

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?

The description clearly states the action (create), the object (text frame), and the location (on a master spread). This distinguishes it from siblings like create_text_frame (which likely creates on a regular page) and create_master_rectangle.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description implies the tool is for creating text frames on master spreads but does not explicitly state when to use it versus create_text_frame or provide conditions or alternatives. No when-not guidance is given.

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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