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create_character_style

Create a character style in InDesign with custom font, size, color, bold, italic, and underline settings.

Instructions

Create a character style

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nameYesStyle name
fontFamilyNoFont family (use format: FontName\tStyle)Arial\tRegular
fontSizeNoFont size in points
textColorNoText colorBlack
boldNoBold text
italicNoItalic text
underlineNoUnderline text
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, and the description offers no behavioral information beyond creation. It does not mention potential side effects, whether existing styles can be overwritten, or any required permissions. The description bears the full burden due to missing annotations but fails to provide meaningful 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.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very concise (one sentence) but may be under-specific. It is front-loaded but lacks necessary context; it could be expanded with key behavioral or usage information without becoming verbose.

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?

Given the tool has 7 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is insufficient. It fails to explain what a character style is, how it relates to other style types, or any important defaults beyond the schema. The description is incomplete for effective tool selection and use.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema's parameter descriptions. It does not explain the purpose or significance of the parameters in the context of creating a character style.

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 description clearly states the action ('Create') and resource ('character style'), making it understandable. However, it does not distinguish this from similar sibling tools like create_paragraph_style or create_object_style, which could lead to ambiguity.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description lacks context about prerequisites, typical use cases, or scenarios where this style type is preferred.

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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