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Draft Gmail Message

draft_gmail_message

Create draft emails in Gmail with support for attachments, alias addresses, and reply threading. Compose new messages or reply to existing threads.

Instructions

Creates a draft email in the user's Gmail account. Supports both new drafts and reply drafts with optional attachments. Supports Gmail's "Send As" feature to draft from configured alias addresses.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
user_google_emailYesThe user's Google email address. Required for authentication.
subjectYesEmail subject.
bodyYesEmail body (plain text).
body_formatNoEmail body format. Use 'plain' for plaintext or 'html' for HTML content.plain
toNoOptional recipient email address.
ccNoOptional CC email address.
bccNoOptional BCC email address.
from_nameNoOptional sender display name (e.g., 'Peter Hartree'). If provided, the From header will be formatted as 'Name <email>'.
from_emailNoOptional 'Send As' alias email address. Must be configured in Gmail settings (Settings > Accounts > Send mail as). If not provided, uses the authenticated user's email.
thread_idNoOptional Gmail thread ID to reply within.
in_reply_toNoOptional RFC Message-ID of the message being replied to (e.g., '<message123@gmail.com>').
referencesNoOptional chain of Message-IDs for proper threading.
attachmentsNoOptional list of attachments. Each can have: 'url' (fetch from URL — works with MCP attachment URLs from get_drive_file_download_url / get_gmail_attachment_content), OR 'path' (file path, auto-encodes), OR 'content' (standard base64, not urlsafe) + 'filename'. Optional 'mime_type'. Optional 'content_id' (string) makes the attachment inline-rendered: it lands in a multipart/related part with `Content-ID: <content_id>` and `Content-Disposition: inline`, and the HTML body can reference it via `<img src="cid:<content_id>">` (RFC 2392). Without `content_id` the attachment is a regular multipart/mixed attachment.
include_signatureNoWhether to append the Gmail signature from Settings > Signature when available. Defaults to true.
quote_originalNoWhether to include the original message as a quoted reply. Requires thread_id. Defaults to false.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations indicate non-readOnly and non-destructive behavior. The description aligns with 'Creates a draft' but adds no behavioral context beyond what annotations already provide. No contradiction.

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?

Two sentences, no fluff, front-loaded with the core action. Every sentence adds value.

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?

Given the output schema exists and schema coverage is 100%, the description covers the main purpose and key features. It is slightly brief for a 15-parameter tool, but sufficient for an agent to understand the tool's role.

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 3. The description adds high-level context (e.g., 'with optional attachments', 'Send As feature') but does not detail individual parameters. The schema does the heavy lifting.

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 it creates a draft email in Gmail, supports new and reply drafts with attachments, and mentions the Send As feature. It is distinct from siblings like 'send_gmail_message' which sends immediately.

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 for drafting emails but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., send_gmail_message for sending). No exclusions or when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

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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