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keynote_apply_master

Apply a master slide to one slide or all slides in a Keynote presentation. Use keynote_get_presentation_info first to find available master names.

Instructions

Apply a master slide to one slide or all slides. Use keynote_get_presentation_info first to see available master names. Applying a blank master before color changes can help unlock the background.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
doc_indexNoDocument index (0-based). Defaults to 0 (frontmost).
master_nameYesExact name of the master slide (case-sensitive).
slide_indexNoSlide to apply to (0-based). Omit to apply to all slides.
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations exist, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It does not mention whether the operation is destructive, reversible, or requires permissions, leaving the agent unaware of risks.

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?

Three concise sentences: first states purpose, second gives prerequisite, third offers a tip. No redundant information.

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?

Covers core action, prerequisite, and a common use case tip. Missing error behavior or return value, but adequate for a simple operation with no output schema.

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%, setting baseline at 3. The description adds context for master_name (using keynote_get_presentation_info) and slide_index (one or all slides), but does not deeply explain parameters 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?

The description clearly states it applies a master slide to one or all slides, with a specific verb and resource, and differentiates from sibling tools like keynote_add_slide by specifying the scope.

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 provides a prerequisite (use keynote_get_presentation_info first) and a tip for blank masters, but lacks explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like keynote_set_slide_background.

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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