Skip to main content
Glama
puran-water

AutoCAD LT AutoLISP MCP Server

by puran-water

AutoCAD MCP Server

MCP server for AutoCAD LT automation and headless DXF generation.

Two backends, one API:

Backend

Runtime

Requires AutoCAD?

Screenshot

File IPC

Windows Python

Yes — AutoCAD LT 2024+ (Windows)

Win32 PrintWindow

ezdxf

Any platform

No (headless)

matplotlib render

The server exposes 8 consolidated tools (drawing, entity, layer, block, annotation, pid, view, system) over the MCP stdio transport. An MCP client (Claude Desktop, Claude Code, etc.) connects and drives AutoCAD through natural-language requests.

Prerequisites (File IPC backend)

  • Windows 10/11 (the File IPC backend uses Win32 APIs for focus-free window messaging)

  • AutoCAD LT 2024 or newer — AutoLISP support was added in LT 2024 for Windows. AutoCAD LT for Mac exists but does not support AutoLISP.

  • Python 3.10+ (Windows native — not WSL Python)

  • uv package manager (install guide)

The ezdxf headless backend works on any platform (Linux, macOS, WSL) for offline DXF generation without AutoCAD installed.

Related MCP server: Greenloom CAD MCP Server

Quick Start

1. Clone and install

git clone https://github.com/puran-water/autocad-mcp.git
cd autocad-mcp
uv sync

2. Load the LISP dispatcher in AutoCAD LT

Open AutoCAD LT and load mcp_dispatch.lsp using APPLOAD:

  1. Type APPLOAD in the AutoCAD command line

  2. Browse to <repo>/lisp-code/mcp_dispatch.lsp

  3. Click Load

  4. You should see: === MCP Dispatch v3.1 loaded === and Ready for commands via (c:mcp-dispatch)

Tip: Add the file to your AutoCAD Startup Suite (in the APPLOAD dialog) so it loads automatically with every drawing.

3. Configure your MCP client

Add to your MCP client configuration (e.g. Claude Desktop claude_desktop_config.json):

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "autocad-mcp": {
      "command": "C:\\path\\to\\autocad-mcp\\.venv\\Scripts\\python.exe",
      "args": ["-m", "autocad_mcp"],
      "env": { "AUTOCAD_MCP_BACKEND": "auto" }
    }
  }
}

Key points:

  • The command must point to the Windows Python inside the project venv (not WSL python).

  • AUTOCAD_MCP_BACKEND can be auto (default — tries File IPC, falls back to ezdxf), file_ipc (requires AutoCAD), or ezdxf (headless only).

Running from WSL

If your MCP client runs in WSL (e.g. Claude Code), launch the server through cmd.exe so it runs as a native Windows process:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "autocad-mcp": {
      "type": "stdio",
      "command": "cmd.exe",
      "args": ["/d", "/s", "/c", "cd /d C:\\path\\to\\autocad-mcp && .venv\\Scripts\\python.exe -m autocad_mcp"],
      "env": { "AUTOCAD_MCP_BACKEND": "auto" }
    }
  }
}

4. Verify

From your MCP client, call:

system(operation="status")

You should see backend: "file_ipc" if AutoCAD is running, or backend: "ezdxf" for headless mode.

Tools

drawing — File/drawing management

Operation

Description

File IPC

ezdxf

create

Reset to clean drawing (erase all + purge)

Yes

Yes

open

Open an existing drawing

Yes

Yes (DXF)

info

Get entity count and layers

Yes

Yes

save

Save current drawing (to path if given)

Yes

Yes

save_as_dxf

Export as DXF

Yes

Yes

plot_pdf

Plot to PDF

Yes

No

purge

Purge unused objects

Yes

Yes

get_variables

Get system variables by name

Yes

Yes

undo

Undo last operation

Yes

No

redo

Redo last undone operation

Yes

No

entity — Entity CRUD + modification

Create: create_line, create_circle, create_polyline, create_rectangle, create_arc, create_ellipse, create_mtext, create_hatch

Read: list, count, get

Modify: copy, move, rotate, scale, mirror, offset*, array, fillet*, chamfer*, erase

* offset, fillet, chamfer are File IPC only (not supported in ezdxf headless backend).

layer — Layer management

list, create, set_current, set_properties, freeze, thaw, lock, unlock

block — Block operations

Operation

File IPC

ezdxf

list

Yes

Yes

insert

Yes

Yes

insert_with_attributes

Yes

Yes

get_attributes

Yes

Yes

update_attribute

Yes

Yes

define

No

Yes

annotation — Text, dimensions, leaders

create_text, create_dimension_linear, create_dimension_aligned, create_dimension_angular, create_dimension_radius, create_leader

pid — P&ID operations (CTO symbol library)

setup_layers, insert_symbol, list_symbols, draw_process_line, connect_equipment, add_flow_arrow, add_equipment_tag, add_line_number, insert_valve, insert_instrument, insert_pump, insert_tank

P&ID symbol insertion requires the CAD Tools Online (CTO) P&ID Symbol Library installed at C:\PIDv4-CTO\. The ezdxf backend has built-in CTO library support. For the File IPC backend, some P&ID operations require additional LISP helpers — see the P&ID section in the wiki for setup details.

view — Viewport and screenshot

Operation

Description

zoom_extents

Zoom to show all entities

zoom_window

Zoom to a specified window

get_screenshot

Capture current AutoCAD view as PNG

Screenshots use PrintWindow (Win32) for the File IPC backend — works even when AutoCAD is minimized or in the background. The ezdxf backend renders via matplotlib.

system — Server management

status, health, get_backend, runtime, init, execute_lisp

execute_lisp runs arbitrary AutoLISP code (File IPC only). Pass data: {code: "(+ 1 2)"}. This turns the server into an extensible automation platform — any valid AutoLISP expression can be executed.

Architecture

MCP Client (Claude)
    │  stdio (JSON-RPC)
    ▼
Python MCP Server (autocad_mcp)
    │
    ├── File IPC Backend ──► C:/temp/*.json ──► mcp_dispatch.lsp (AutoCAD LT)
    │   PostMessageW(WM_CHAR) to MDIClient — no focus steal
    │
    └── ezdxf Backend ──► in-memory DXF (headless, no AutoCAD needed)

The File IPC backend sends keystrokes to AutoCAD's MDIClient window via PostMessageW(WM_CHAR), triggering the (c:mcp-dispatch) AutoLISP command. This approach does not steal window focus — you can continue working in other applications while automation runs.

Environment Variables

Variable

Default

Description

AUTOCAD_MCP_BACKEND

auto

Backend selection: auto, file_ipc, ezdxf

AUTOCAD_MCP_IPC_DIR

C:/temp

Directory for IPC command/result JSON files (must match on both Python and LISP sides)

AUTOCAD_MCP_IPC_TIMEOUT

10.0

IPC command timeout in seconds (1-300)

AUTOCAD_MCP_ONLY_TEXT

false

Disable screenshot capture (text feedback only)

Note: If you change AUTOCAD_MCP_IPC_DIR, you must also update the *mcp-ipc-dir* variable in mcp_dispatch.lsp to match.

Development

uv sync
uv run pytest tests/ -v

AutoCAD LT AutoLISP Compatibility

AutoLISP was added to AutoCAD LT in the 2024 release (Windows only). AutoCAD LT for Mac does not support AutoLISP.

Supported (LT 2024+ Windows)

Not Supported

.lsp / .fas / .vlx / .dcl

VLIDE (Visual LISP IDE)

All vl-* utility functions

vlax-* (ActiveX/COM)

File I/O (open, read-line, etc.)

Express Tools

Entity access (entget, entmod, etc.)

3D operations

Selection sets

AutoLISP on Mac

The mcp_dispatch.lsp dispatcher is fully compatible with LT 2024+.

What's New in v3.1

  • execute_lisp — Run arbitrary AutoLISP code via temp file pattern. Turns the server from a fixed command set into an extensible automation platform.

  • Undo / Redo — Single-step undo and redo via drawing tool.

  • Drawing open — Open existing .dwg files programmatically (FILEDIA suppressed).

  • Drawing create — Now resets current drawing (erase all + purge) instead of _.NEW, preserving the LISP dispatcher namespace.

  • Drawing save with pathsave with a path parameter uses SAVEAS; without path uses QSAVE.

  • get_variables fix — Respects the names parameter; returns requested variables with proper type handling.

  • Polyline/leader fix — Point arrays properly encoded via semicolon-delimited format.

  • ESC prefix — Sends 2x ESC before each dispatch to cancel stale pending commands from prior timeouts.

  • UTF-8/cp1252 fallback — Handles non-ASCII characters in LISP result files (AutoCAD writes Windows-1252).

  • Configurable IPC timeoutAUTOCAD_MCP_IPC_TIMEOUT env var (1–300 seconds, default 10).

  • Thread-safe backend initasyncio.Lock prevents parallel initialization races.

License

MIT

Available Tools

8 tools
annotationA

Annotation: text, dimensions, and leaders.

Operations: create_text — data: {x, y, text, height?, rotation?, layer?} create_dimension_linear — data: {x1, y1, x2, y2, dim_x, dim_y} create_dimension_aligned — data: {x1, y1, x2, y2, offset} create_dimension_angular — data: {cx, cy, x1, y1, x2, y2} create_dimension_radius — data: {cx, cy, radius, angle} create_leader — data: {points: [[x,y],...], text}

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A4.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

The annotations already mark the tool as non-read-only, and the operation names imply creation, but the description adds no behavioral context beyond that. It does not mention side effects on the drawing, error behavior, coordinate-system assumptions, or what happens after a successful operation.

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 compact, well-structured as a scannable operation list, and every line adds useful information. There is no filler or redundant restating of the schema.

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 generic schema, the description is nearly complete: it covers all operations and their payload shapes. Minor gaps include undocumented behavior of include_screenshot and lack of explicit units or coordinate context, but these do not prevent correct operation selection.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters5/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema is generic and has 0% schema description coverage, so the description carries the full burden. It compensates thoroughly by defining the exact data object shape expected for every operation, including required fields and optional markers.

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 names the resource ('Annotation') and enumerates six specific creation operations (text, dimension variants, leader), so an agent knows exactly what the tool does. It is clearly distinguishable from sibling tools like drawing, entity, and layer by its scope.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The opening line 'Annotation: text, dimensions, and leaders' plus the operation list gives a clear context for when to use this tool. It does not explicitly name alternatives or exclusions, but the intended usage is obvious enough for an agent to select it appropriately.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

blockA

Block definition, insertion, and attribute management.

Operations: list — List all block definitions. insert — data: {name, x, y, scale?, rotation?, block_id?} insert_with_attributes — data: {name, x, y, scale?, rotation?, attributes: {tag: value}} get_attributes — data: {entity_id} update_attribute — data: {entity_id, tag, value} define — data: {name, entities: [{type, ...}]}

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

With readOnlyHint=false, the description's listing of mutating operations (insert, update_attribute, define) is consistent with the annotation. It adds operation-level context but does not disclose side effects, coordinate assumptions, failure behavior, or what happens when metadata is updated.

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 compact and front-loaded with a one-line summary followed by a structured operation list. Every operation gets a single line with its data payload, and there is no filler or redundant restating of schema fields.

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 six-operation dispatch tool with a generic data field and no enums, the description provides the necessary operation vocabulary and rough data contracts. However, requiredness of fields like x/y/name is not marked, and deeper semantics for define and attribute operations are left vague.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description carries the parameter documentation burden, and it does so with per-operation data shapes including optional markers for scale, rotation, and block_id. It still leaves some fields under-specified, such as the entities array in define, attribute value types, and include_screenshot semantics, but the core data contracts are understandable.

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 opening line scopes the tool to block definition, insertion, and attribute management, and the operation list enumerates distinct verbs such as list, insert, define, get_attributes, and update_attribute. This clearly identifies the resource and actions, distinguishing it from sibling drawing, entity, and layer tools.

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 block-related usage through the operation list, but it does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus siblings like entity or layer. There is no exclusion guidance or comparison to alternatives, so an agent must infer the appropriate context.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

drawingA

Drawing file management.

Operations: create — Create a new empty drawing. data: {name?} open — Open an existing drawing. data: {path} info — Get drawing extents, entity count, layers, blocks. save — Save current drawing. data: {path?} (saves to path if given, else QSAVE) save_as_dxf — Export as DXF. data: {path} plot_pdf — Plot to PDF. data: {path} purge — Purge unused objects. get_variables — Get system variables. data: {names: [...]} undo — Undo last operation. redo — Redo last undone operation.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With readOnlyHint=false, the tool is already marked as potentially mutating, and the description adds meaningful behavioral details: save mentions QSAVE fallback, undo/redo state operations, and purge targets unused objects. It does not disclose destructive side effects (e.g., purge deleting data permanently), but the per-operation explanations go well beyond the bare annotation.

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 tightly formatted bullet list with no filler. Each line adds one distinct operation plus a brief explanation and data hint, and the overall purpose is front-loaded in the first line.

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?

For a ten-operation dispatcher, the description covers each operation's function and relevant data requirements, and an output schema exists to cover return values. The main gap is the unexplained `include_screenshot` parameter, which prevents the description from being fully complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description is the only documentation of valid `operation` values and `data` structures. It lists all operations and gives per-operation data hints such as `data: {path}` for open and `data: {names: [...]}` for get_variables. However, the `include_screenshot` parameter is never mentioned, leaving one parameter undocumented.

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 opens with "Drawing file management" and then enumerates ten distinct operations, each with a verb and a resource (e.g., "create — Create a new empty drawing," "plot_pdf — Plot to PDF"). This makes the dispatcher's purpose and each subcommand unambiguous. Although sibling tools are not referenced, the operations are clearly scoped to whole-drawing management, distinguishing it from entity/layer/block tools.

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 operation list implicitly tells an agent when to use this tool (e.g., when saving or opening a drawing), but there are no explicit when-not-to-use statements or pointers to siblings like entity, layer, or block. Usage context is conveyed indirectly through the operation names, not through explicit routing guidance.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

entityA

Entity creation, querying, and modification.

Create operations: create_line — x1, y1, x2, y2, layer? create_circle — data: {cx, cy, radius}, layer? create_polyline — points: [[x,y],...], data: {closed?}, layer? create_rectangle — x1, y1, x2, y2, layer? create_arc — data: {cx, cy, radius, start_angle, end_angle}, layer? create_ellipse — data: {cx, cy, major_x, major_y, ratio}, layer? create_mtext — data: {x, y, width, text, height?}, layer? create_hatch — entity_id, data: {pattern?}

Read operations: list — layer? → list entities count — layer? → count entities get — entity_id → entity details

Modify operations: copy — entity_id, data: {dx, dy} move — entity_id, data: {dx, dy} rotate — entity_id, data: {cx, cy, angle} scale — entity_id, data: {cx, cy, factor} mirror — entity_id, x1, y1, x2, y2 offset — entity_id, data: {distance} array — entity_id, data: {rows, cols, row_dist, col_dist} fillet — data: {id1, id2, radius} chamfer — data: {id1, id2, dist1, dist2} erase — entity_id

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
x1No
y1No
x2No
y2No
pointsNo
layerNo
entity_idNo
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations only supply readOnlyHint=false, so the description carries the burden. The operation list correctly reflects mutating and read-only behaviors, but does not mention side effects, prerequisites such as an open drawing, or the meaning of the include_screenshot flag.

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 content is organized into Create/Read/Modify groups with one line per operation, and every line adds a signature or behavior. The summary sentence is front-loaded and there is no filler.

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 19 operations and only 1 required schema parameter, the description covers most of what an agent needs to choose and call an operation. It would be more complete if it explicitly stated that operation must be set to one of the listed names and described include_screenshot.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With schema_description_coverage=0%, the operation-specific parameter shapes such as create_circle data: {cx, cy, radius} and offset data: {distance} provide crucial meaning absent from the schema. It still leaves some semantics implicit, such as angle/factor units and accepted operation strings.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The opening line 'Entity creation, querying, and modification' names the resource and the three verb families, and the operation list makes the scope concrete. It lacks explicit differentiation from siblings like drawing or block, so it stops short of 5.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

It clearly signals this is the tool for entity-level operations such as create_line, list, move, and erase rather than drawing/session-level tasks. There is no explicit 'when-not-to-use' or direct pointer to a sibling, but the context is unambiguous.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

layerA

Layer creation and management.

Operations: list — List all layers with properties. create — data: {name, color?, linetype?} set_current — data: {name} set_properties — data: {name, color?, linetype?, lineweight?} freeze — data: {name} thaw — data: {name} lock — data: {name} unlock — data: {name}

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With readOnlyHint=false, the annotations already signal mutation; the description goes further by itemizing mutating operations such as create, set_current, set_properties, freeze, thaw, lock, and unlock. It does not disclose side effects or reversibility, but the operation list provides meaningful behavioral detail beyond the annotation.

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 compact, front-loaded summary followed by a bulleted operation list with minimal syntax. Every line adds information, and it avoids redundancy with the schema.

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?

For a multi-operation layer tool with a sparse schema, the description covers the core call shape well: operation names and per-operation data. The output schema presumably handles return-value documentation, so the main remaining gap is the unexplained include_screenshot parameter and lack of explicit required-field notes. Overall it is adequate for an agent to invoke most operations correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must carry parameter meaning; it does so by listing valid operation strings and showing the expected data object shape for each operation (e.g., create data: {name, color?, linetype?}). However, it leaves include_screenshot completely undocumented and does not explicitly mark which fields within data are required.

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 opens with 'Layer creation and management' and then enumerates eight specific operations (list, create, set_current, set_properties, freeze, thaw, lock, unlock), making both the resource (layers) and the actions concrete. This clearly separates it from sibling tools like entity, block, or view.

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 operation list implies the tool is for any layer-management task, but the description never explicitly states when to choose it over a sibling tool or when not to use it. No prerequisites, exclusions, or alternative tools are mentioned, so usage guidance is only implicit.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

pidA

P&ID drawing with CTO symbol library.

Operations: setup_layers — Create standard P&ID layers. insert_symbol — data: {category, symbol, x, y, scale?, rotation?} list_symbols — data: {category} draw_process_line — data: {x1, y1, x2, y2} connect_equipment — data: {x1, y1, x2, y2} add_flow_arrow — data: {x, y, rotation?} add_equipment_tag — data: {x, y, tag, description?} add_line_number — data: {x, y, line_num, spec} insert_valve — data: {x, y, valve_type, rotation?, attributes?} insert_instrument — data: {x, y, instrument_type, rotation?, tag_id?, range_value?} insert_pump — data: {x, y, pump_type, rotation?, attributes?} insert_tank — data: {x, y, tank_type, scale?, attributes?}

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A3.7/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

The description reveals that operations mutate the drawing by creating layers, inserting symbols, and connecting equipment, which is consistent with the readOnlyHint=false annotation. It does not disclose prerequisites such as whether setup_layers must be called first, coordinate system expectations, or the effect of include_screenshot. It adds operation-level behavior but not deeper behavioral context.

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 tight, consistently formatted operation list with no filler. The domain statement is front-loaded, and every line adds a distinct operation or data shape. It is an excellent model of concise reference documentation.

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?

For a multi-operation dispatch tool, the description covers all operation names and their data payloads, and an output schema exists so return-value documentation is not essential. It is slightly incomplete around the include_screenshot parameter and setup ordering, but otherwise sufficient for correct invocation.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, but the description lists the expected data keys for each operation, including optional fields marked with '?'. This substantially compensates for the generic schema. The only structured parameter not explained is include_screenshot, which prevents a 5.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The opening phrase 'P&ID drawing with CTO symbol library' plus the enumerated operations (setup_layers, insert_symbol, draw_process_line, etc.) makes the tool's purpose concrete. It stops short of a clean single verb+resource statement and does not explicitly contrast with sibling drawing/layer tools, so it earns 4 rather than 5.

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 operation list implies when to use this tool, such as when inserting P&ID symbols or drawing process lines. However, it never explicitly states when to prefer this tool over sibling tools like drawing, layer, or block, and it gives no exclusions. Guidance is implied rather than explicit.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

systemB
Read-only

Server status and management.

Operations: status — Backend info, capabilities, health check. health — Quick health check (ping backend). get_backend — Return current backend name and capabilities. runtime — Return process/runtime details for spawn diagnostics. init — Re-initialize the backend. execute_lisp — Execute arbitrary AutoLISP code (File IPC only). data: {code}

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
dataNo
include_screenshotNo

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3/5.0
Behavior1/5

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

Annotations declare readOnlyHint=true, yet the description reveals operations like 'init — Re-initialize the backend' and 'execute_lisp — Execute arbitrary AutoLISP code', which are clearly mutating and potentially destructive. This directly contradicts the read-only annotation, making the description unreliable for safety expectations.

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 well-organized with a clear front-loaded summary and a bulleted operation list. It avoids unnecessary prose, though the repeated use of 'Backend' in multiple operations slightly reduces tightness.

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?

The output schema exists, so return values are covered, but the description lacks critical context for a multi-operation tool: no guidance on which operation to use in what situation, no explanation of the 'File IPC only' restriction beyond execute_lisp, and no mention of potential side effects for init. The annotation contradiction further undermines completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters2/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description must compensate, but it only partially does. It lists valid values for the operation parameter and shows that execute_lisp expects data: {code}, but other operations' data requirements and the include_screenshot parameter remain unexplained, leaving significant ambiguity.

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 'Server status and management' and enumerates six specific operations, making the tool's purpose explicit. It also distinguishes itself from sibling tools like layer, entity, and drawing by focusing on system-level operations rather than drawing content.

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 operation list implies various use cases (health check, backend info, executing LISP), but there is no explicit guidance on when to choose this tool over alternatives or when to prefer one operation over another. The context is clear enough for basic decisions, but exclusions and alternatives are not spelled out.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

viewA
Read-only

Viewport control and screenshot capture.

Operations: zoom_extents — Zoom to show all entities. zoom_window — Zoom to window: x1, y1, x2, y2 get_screenshot — Capture current view as PNG image.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYes
x1No
y1No
x2No
y2No

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

A3.7/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already provide readOnlyHint=true, lowering the burden; the description adds operation semantics and notes that get_screenshot returns a PNG. However, it does not disclose the coordinate space for zoom_window (model/world vs screen), whether coordinates are effectively required despite schema null defaults, or what happens if coordinates are omitted or passed with other operations.

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?

A one-line purpose statement followed by three bullet-style operation lines; every sentence earns its place. The purpose is front-loaded, and each operation is a single scannable line with no redundant filler.

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 dispatcher with an unconstrained operation parameter and no enums, the description supplies the critical operation vocabulary that the schema lacks, and the output schema presumably covers return values. However, it leaves notable gaps: coordinate semantics for zoom_window, whether coordinates are required for that operation, and whether the coordinate parameters should be null for the other two operations.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description partially compensates: 'zoom_window — Zoom to window: x1, y1, x2, y2' maps the four numeric parameters to the operation that consumes them, and the Operations list is the only source of valid values for the unconstrained operation string. But it leaves coordinate ordering, units, and coordinate system unspecified, and does not clarify that x1/y1/x2/y2 are effectively required for zoom_window even though the schema marks them optional with null defaults.

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 states a clear purpose ('Viewport control and screenshot capture') and enumerates three distinct operations, each with a specific verb, resource, and effect (zoom_extents, zoom_window, get_screenshot). It is immediately distinguishable from sibling tools like drawing, entity, or layer, which cover different AutoCAD domains.

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 operation list gives implicit selection guidance — zoom_extents for showing everything, zoom_window for a specific region, get_screenshot for capturing PNG output. However, there is no explicit when-to-use wording, no exclusions, and no stated alternative among the sibling tools; the domain separation from drawing/entity/layer/block is only implied by names.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

Tool Schema Changelog

Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. 8 tool updatesv3.0.0
    • First observedannotation
    • First observedblock
    • First observeddrawing
    • First observedentity
    • First observedlayer
    • First observedpid
    • First observedsystem
    • First observedview

TDQS

A3.7/5.0

Scored across 8 tools

Disambiguation5/5

Each tool category has a distinct purpose with clear boundaries: annotation for annotations, block for blocks, drawing for file management, entity for entity operations, layer for layers, pid for P&ID, system for server management, and view for viewport control. Within categories, operations are well-differentiated by specific actions and target entities, with no significant overlap that would cause confusion.

Naming Consistency4/5

Tool names are highly consistent within categories, using clear verb_noun patterns (e.g., create_text, list_layers, zoom_extents). There are minor deviations, such as 'get_screenshot' (verb_noun) vs. 'zoom_extents' (verb_adjective), and some operations like 'undo' or 'redo' are single verbs, but overall the naming is predictable and readable across the set.

Tool Count5/5

With 8 tools, the server is well-scoped for AutoCAD LT AutoLISP functionality, covering essential domains like drawing management, entity creation, annotation, and specialized P&ID tasks. Each tool category serves a distinct purpose, and the total count is manageable without being overwhelming or too sparse for the domain.

Completeness5/5

The tool set provides comprehensive coverage for AutoCAD LT operations, including full CRUD/lifecycle for entities, layers, and blocks, along with drawing file management, annotation, P&ID-specific functions, system controls, and viewport manipulation. There are no obvious gaps; agents can perform complete workflows from creation to modification and export.

Maintenance

ActivityInactive
ResponsivenessUnresponsive

Related MCP Connectors

Related MCP Servers

  • A
    license
    Not graded
    quality
    C
    maintenance
    Enables controlling CAD software (AutoCAD, GstarCAD, ZWCAD) through natural language instructions, allowing users to create and modify drawings without manually operating the CAD interface.
    548
    MIT
  • A
    license
    Not graded
    quality
    D
    maintenance
    Connects Claude AI to AutoCAD for architectural design, enabling natural language to execute 684 commands. Automates drawing creation and editing through the Model Context Protocol.
    21 npm
    6
    MIT
  • A
    license
    A
    quality
    D
    maintenance
    Enables LLMs like Claude to create and edit AutoCAD drawings via natural language, supporting both headless DXF generation and live AutoCAD LT connection through file-based IPC.
    9
    MIT