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Create Note

create_note

Add a comment or note to a GitLab issue or merge request. Supports Markdown and internal notes for project members.

Instructions

Add a comment/note to an issue or merge request (requires user authentication)

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
projectPathYesFull path of the project (e.g., "group/project-name")
noteableTypeYesType of item to add a note to
iidYesIssue or merge request IID
bodyYesNote body (supports Markdown)
internalNoWhether the note is internal/confidential (only visible to project members)
userCredentialsNoYour GitLab credentials (optional — falls back to the configured env token if not provided)
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint=false and destructiveHint=false. The description adds that authentication is required, which is helpful, but does not disclose other behaviors like idempotency or error responses.

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?

The description is a single, concise sentence with no unnecessary words. It is front-loaded with the verb and resource.

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

Completeness2/5

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

Despite 6 parameters and no output schema, the description does not explain what the tool returns, successful behavior, or error scenarios. For a creation tool, this is insufficiently complete.

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 all parameters are documented. The description does not add any extra meaning beyond what the schema provides, meeting the baseline.

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 tool adds a comment/note to an issue or merge request, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools like create_issue or create_merge_request.

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 mentions 'requires user authentication' but provides no guidance on when to use this vs. alternatives like update_note or delete_note. Usage context is implied, not explicit.

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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