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Read-onlyIdempotent

Retrieve a value previously saved via remember, or list all saved keys (omit the key argument). Use to look up context the agent stored earlier — the user's target ticker, an address, prior research notes — without re-deriving it from scratch. Scoped to your identifier (anonymous IP, BYO key hash, or account ID). Pair with remember to save, forget to delete.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
keyNoMemory key to retrieve (omit to list all keys)

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. Changed1 schema field changed
    • addedInput schema / examples
      Added value: +[
      +  {
      +    "key": "user_research_topic"
      +  },
      +  {}
      +]
  2. First observed

TDQS

A4.7/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, destructiveHint=false, so the safety profile is covered. The description adds valuable behavior: omitting the key lists all saved keys, and results are scoped to the caller's identifier. This goes beyond annotations and enriches understanding of return behavior.

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?

Three sentences, each with a distinct purpose: first describes the action, second gives concrete use cases, third covers scope and related tools. No filler, front-loaded with the operational verb. Ideal length for the tool's simplicity.

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?

For a single-optional-parameter tool with strong annotations, the description covers all essential aspects: function, behavior with/without key, scoping, and relationship to sibling tools. No output schema is needed for this simple retrieval, so the description is 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 already documents the 'key' parameter with 100% coverage, so baseline is 3. The description adds the crucial nuance that omitting the key lists all keys, which clarifies the optional behavior beyond the schema's static description. This extra semantic guidance justifies a 4.

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 dual function: 'Retrieve a value previously saved via remember, or list all saved keys'. It identifies the resource (saved memory) and the specific verb (retrieve/list), and differentiates from sibling tools like remember and forget.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

Explicitly says when to use: 'Use to look up context the agent stored earlier... without re-deriving it from scratch.' It also names alternatives and complements: 'Pair with remember to save, forget to delete.' This provides clear context and exclusions relative to siblings.

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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TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Disambiguation3/5

Many tools are clearly from distinct domains (Pexels media, Pipeworx data, Polymarket betting, utility), but within each domain there is significant overlap (e.g., ask_pipeworx vs ask_pipeworx_grounded vs deep_research, or numerous polymarket tools). Detailed descriptions help differentiate, but some tools could still be confused.

Naming Consistency3/5

Naming conventions vary: some tools use verb_noun (ask_pipeworx, compare_entities), others are single-word (photo, video), and some mix patterns (photo_curated vs photo_search). The Pexels subset is consistent, but the overall set includes tools from other ecosystems with different styles.

Tool Count2/5

With 38 tools, the set is bloated for a Pexels server. Only 8 tools are actually Pexels-related; the rest are Pipeworx data query, Polymarket betting, and utility tools. This mismatch makes the count inappropriate for the stated server purpose.

Completeness4/5

For the Pexels domain, the tool set covers search, fetch, and collections for both photos and videos, which is adequate. The unrelated tools add bloat but don't create gaps in the Pexels functionality. Minor missing features like uploads or editorial content are not critical.