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InDesign UXP MCP Server

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ungroup

Ungroups a selected group in an InDesign document, releasing all contained items for individual editing.

Instructions

Ungroup a group, releasing all its items

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pageIndexYesIndex of the page containing the group
groupIndexYesIndex of the group to ungroup
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations provided, so description must disclose behavioral traits. It hints at items being released but does not state if the group is deleted, if items retain properties, or if operation is reversible.

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?

Description is one sentence with 8 words, front-loaded and no wasted text.

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 destructive operation with no output schema or annotations, the description is adequate but lacks details on side effects (e.g., group removed) and undoability.

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% and parameter descriptions are clear. The tool description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 ('Ungroup a group') and the result ('releasing all its items'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like create_group, remove_item_from_group, etc.

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 usage when wanting to ungroup, but provides no explicit context, prerequisites, or comparison to alternatives like remove_item_from_group.

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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