ask_ai_proAsk the strongest Claude Opus model — complex analysis, code, reasoning. ~$0.05.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| q | Yes | Hard question |
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| result | No |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With annotations already indicating readOnlyHint=false and destructiveHint=false, the description adds valuable context: the cost (~$0.05) and the model strength. This goes beyond annotations to inform about cost and capability, though it does not disclose latency or response format.
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?
The description is a single, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It efficiently conveys the tool's core purpose and cost.
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?
For a simple one-parameter tool with annotations and an output schema present, the description covers the key aspects. It could improve by explicitly comparing to ask_ai, but overall it is sufficiently complete for the tool's simplicity.
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?
Schema coverage is 100% with q described as 'Hard question'. The description additionally clarifies the expected question type (complex analysis, code, reasoning), which adds semantic meaning beyond the schema's minimal description.
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?
Description clearly states the tool asks the strongest Claude Opus model for complex analysis, code, and reasoning. This distinguishes it from the sibling ask_ai and other media tools by specifying the premium model and task complexity.
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?
The description implies usage for complex tasks ('complex analysis, code, reasoning'), but does not explicitly mention alternatives like ask_ai or state when not to use this tool. Context is clear but lacks explicit exclusions compared to a 5.
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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Four image generation tools, three video tools, and five 'ask' tools create significant overlap. Although descriptions specify the model, an agent must carefully compare prices and capabilities to choose correctly, making misselection likely.
All tool names use snake_case, but patterns are mixed: some start with verbs (remove_bg, scrape_page), some with nouns (crypto_prices, market_snapshot), and many use ai_/ask_ prefixes. Model suffixes like flux, gpt, pro, kling are descriptive but not systematically applied.
24 tools is heavy, inflated by near-duplicate variants for image, video, and LLM queries. While the broad scope justifies a large count, the redundant tools could have been consolidated.
The toolset covers a wide range of media and data tasks: image, video, music, voice, vision, LLM, web, crypto, domain, and endpoint discovery. Notable gaps like speech-to-text or image editing exist, but the surface is fairly complete for a general-purpose media toolkit.