list_master_spreads
Retrieve all master spreads from an InDesign document to review or automate layout structures.
Instructions
List all master spreads in the document
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
Retrieve all master spreads from an InDesign document to review or automate layout structures.
List all master spreads in the document
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided. The description does not explicitly state that the operation is read-only, safe, or if it requires an open document. Implicit 'list' suggests read-only but lacks clarity.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Extremely concise (5 words) and front-loaded with the key action and resource. Every word earns its place.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
The description tells what the tool does but does not specify what is returned (e.g., list of IDs, names). No output schema exists to compensate. Adequate for a simple list but missing return semantics.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
No parameters exist, so the description does not need to add meaning beyond the schema. Schema coverage is 100%, meeting the baseline for zero-param tools.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the action ('List all') and resource ('master spreads'). It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like 'get_master_spread_info' (which gets details of one) and 'delete_master_spread'.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., get_master_spread_info for details). No mention of prerequisites or exclusions.
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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