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Read-onlyIdempotent

Search HuggingFace datasets by name or keyword, returning dataset ID, downloads, likes, and tags. Covers NLP, vision, audio, and tabular datasets. Results sorted by download count.

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Search 200K+ datasets on HuggingFace Hub by name or keyword. Returns dataset ID, downloads, likes, tags. Covers NLP, vision, audio, tabular datasets. Sorted by downloads.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
searchYesSearch query — dataset name or keyword (e.g. "wikipedia", "imagenet", "squad")
limitNoNumber of results (1-20, default 10)

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultNoTool response payload. Shape varies per tool — consult the tool description and inputSchema. May be an object, array, string, or number depending on the upstream provider response.
errorNoPresent only when the call failed. Includes error code, message, request_id, and any provider-specific extras.
Behavior4/5

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

The description adds value beyond annotations by specifying return fields (ID, downloads, likes, tags) and sorting, while annotations already indicate read-only, non-destructive behavior. No contradictions.

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 concise sentences that front-load the action and scale, followed by output details and coverage. No unnecessary words.

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

Completeness5/5

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

With good annotations, full schema coverage, and an output schema, the description covers purpose, scope, return fields, and sorting adequately for a simple search tool.

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% with parameter descriptions. The description adds no additional semantic meaning beyond restating that search is by name or keyword. 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 tool searches HuggingFace Hub datasets by name or keyword, returns specific fields, and covers multiple modalities. This distinguishes it from sibling model-related tools.

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 description provides clear context for when to use (searching datasets) but does not explicitly exclude alternatives or state when not to use. The sibling tools are for models, so the domain differentiation is implied.

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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