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MiniMax MCP JS

JavaScript/TypeScript implementation of MiniMax MCP, providing image generation, video generation, text-to-speech, and more.

Documentation

Related MCP server: MiniMax MCP

Release Notes

July 22, 2025

πŸ”§ Fixes & Improvements

  • TTS Tool Fixes: Fixed parameter handling for languageBoost and subtitleEnable in the text_to_audio tool

  • API Response Enhancement: TTS API can return both audio file and subtitle file, providing a more complete speech-to-text experience

July 7, 2025

πŸ†• What's New

  • Voice Design: New voice_design tool - create custom voices from descriptive prompts with preview audio

  • Video Enhancement: Added MiniMax-Hailuo-02 model with ultra-clear quality and duration/resolution controls

πŸ“ˆ Enhanced Tools

  • voice_design - Generate personalized voices from text descriptions

  • generate_video - Now supports MiniMax-Hailuo-02 with 6s/10s duration and 768P/1080P resolution options

Features

  • Text-to-Speech (TTS)

  • Image Generation

  • Video Generation

  • Voice Cloning

  • Voice Design

  • Dynamic configuration (supports both environment variables and request parameters)

  • Compatible with MCP platform hosting (ModelScope and other MCP platforms)

Installation

Installing via Smithery

To install MiniMax MCP JS for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

npx -y @smithery/cli install @MiniMax-AI/MiniMax-MCP-JS --client claude

Installing manually

# Install with pnpm (recommended)
pnpm add minimax-mcp-js

Quick Start

MiniMax MCP JS implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP) specification and can be used as a server to interact with MCP-compatible clients (such as Claude AI).

Quickstart with MCP Client

  1. Get your API key from MiniMax International Platform.

  2. Make sure that you already installed Node.js and npm

  3. Important: API HOST&KEY are different in different region, they must match, otherwise you will receive an Invalid API key error.

Region

Global

Mainland

MINIMAX_API_KEY

go get from MiniMax Global

go get from MiniMax

MINIMAX_API_HOST

​https://api.minimaxi.chat (note the extra "i")

​https://api.minimax.chat

Configure your MCP client:

Claude Desktop

Go to Claude > Settings > Developer > Edit Config > claude_desktop_config.json to include:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "minimax-mcp-js": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "minimax-mcp-js"
      ],
      "env": {
        "MINIMAX_API_HOST": "<https://api.minimaxi.chat|https://api.minimax.chat>",
        "MINIMAX_API_KEY": "<your-api-key-here>",
        "MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH": "<local-output-dir-path, such as /User/xxx/Desktop>",
        "MINIMAX_RESOURCE_MODE": "<optional, [url|local], url is default, audio/image/video are downloaded locally or provided in URL format>"
      }
    }
  }
}

Cursor

Go to Cursor β†’ Preferences β†’ Cursor Settings β†’ MCP β†’ Add new global MCP Server to add the above config.

⚠️ Note: If you encounter a "No tools found" error when using MiniMax MCP JS with Cursor, please update your Cursor to the latest version. For more information, see this discussion thread.

That's it. Your MCP client can now interact with MiniMax through these tools.

For local development: When developing locally, you can use npm link to test your changes:

# In your project directory
npm link

Then configure Claude Desktop or Cursor to use npx as shown above. This will automatically use your linked version.

⚠️ Note: The API key needs to match the host address. Different hosts are used for global and mainland China versions:

  • Global Host: https://api.minimaxi.chat (note the extra "i")

  • Mainland China Host: https://api.minimaxi.chat

Transport Modes

MiniMax MCP JS supports three transport modes:

Feature

stdio (default)

REST

SSE

Environment

Local only

Local or cloud deployment

Local or cloud deployment

Communication

Via standard I/O

Via HTTP requests

Via server-sent events

Use Cases

Local MCP client integration

API services, cross-language calls

Applications requiring server push

Input Restrictions

Supports local files or URL resources

When deployed in cloud, URL input recommended

When deployed in cloud, URL input recommended

Configuration

MiniMax-MCP-JS provides multiple flexible configuration methods to adapt to different use cases. The configuration priority from highest to lowest is as follows:

1. Request Parameter Configuration (Highest Priority)

In platform hosting environments (like ModelScope or other MCP platforms), you can provide an independent configuration for each request via the meta.auth object in the request parameters:

{
  "params": {
    "meta": {
      "auth": {
        "api_key": "your_api_key_here",
        "api_host": "<https://api.minimaxi.chat|https://api.minimaxi.chat>",
        "base_path": "/path/to/output",
        "resource_mode": "url"
      }
    }
  }
}

This method enables multi-tenant usage, where each request can use different API keys and configurations.

2. API Configuration

When used as a module in other projects, you can pass configuration through the startMiniMaxMCP function:

import { startMiniMaxMCP } from 'minimax-mcp-js';

await startMiniMaxMCP({
  apiKey: 'your_api_key_here',
  apiHost: 'https://api.minimaxi.chat', // Global Host - https://api.minimaxi.chat, Mainland Host - https://api.minimax.chat
  basePath: '/path/to/output',
  resourceMode: 'url'
});

3. Command Line Arguments

  1. Install the CLI tool globally:

# Install globally
pnpm install -g minimax-mcp-js
  1. When used as a CLI tool, you can provide configuration via command line arguments:

minimax-mcp-js --api-key your_api_key_here --api-host https://api.minimaxi.chat --base-path /path/to/output --resource-mode url

4. Environment Variables (Lowest Priority)

The most basic configuration method is through environment variables:

# MiniMax API Key (required)
MINIMAX_API_KEY=your_api_key_here

# Base path for output files (optional, defaults to user's desktop)
MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop

# MiniMax API Host (optional, defaults to https://api.minimaxi.chat, Global Host - https://api.minimaxi.chat, Mainland Host - https://api.minimax.chat)
MINIMAX_API_HOST=https://api.minimaxi.chat

# Resource mode (optional, defaults to 'url')
# Options: 'url' (return URLs), 'local' (save files locally)
MINIMAX_RESOURCE_MODE=url

Configuration Priority

When multiple configuration methods are used, the following priority order applies (from highest to lowest):

  1. Request-level configuration (via meta.auth in each API request)

  2. Command line arguments

  3. Environment variables

  4. Configuration file

  5. Default values

This prioritization ensures flexibility across different deployment scenarios while maintaining per-request configuration capabilities for multi-tenant environments.

Configuration Parameters

Parameter

Description

Default Value

apiKey

MiniMax API Key

None (Required)

apiHost

MiniMax API Host

Global Host - https://api.minimaxi.chat, Mainland Host - https://api.minimax.chat

basePath

Base path for output files

User's desktop

resourceMode

Resource handling mode, 'url' or 'local'

url

⚠️ Note: The API key needs to match the host address. Different hosts are used for global and mainland China versions:

  • Global Host: https://api.minimaxi.chat (note the extra "i")

  • Mainland China Host: https://api.minimax.chat

Example usage

⚠️ Warning: Using these tools may incur costs.

1. broadcast a segment of the evening news

2. clone a voice

3. generate a video

4. generate images

5. voice design

Available Tools

Text to Audio

Convert text to speech audio file.

Tool Name: text_to_audio

Parameters:

  • text: Text to convert (required)

  • model: Model version, options are 'speech-02-hd', 'speech-02-turbo', 'speech-01-hd', 'speech-01-turbo', 'speech-01-240228', 'speech-01-turbo-240228', default is 'speech-02-hd'

  • voiceId: Voice ID, default is 'male-qn-qingse'

  • speed: Speech speed, range 0.5-2.0, default is 1.0

  • vol: Volume, range 0.1-10.0, default is 1.0

  • pitch: Pitch, range -12 to 12, default is 0

  • emotion: Emotion, options are 'happy', 'sad', 'angry', 'fearful', 'disgusted', 'surprised', 'neutral', default is 'happy'. Note: This parameter only works with 'speech-02-hd', 'speech-02-turbo', 'speech-01-turbo', 'speech-01-hd' models

  • format: Audio format, options are 'mp3', 'pcm', 'flac', 'wav', default is 'mp3'

  • sampleRate: Sample rate (Hz), options are 8000, 16000, 22050, 24000, 32000, 44100, default is 32000

  • bitrate: Bitrate (bps), options are 64000, 96000, 128000, 160000, 192000, 224000, 256000, 320000, default is 128000

  • channel: Audio channels, options are 1 or 2, default is 1

  • languageBoost: Enhance the ability to recognize specified languages and dialects. Supported values include: 'Chinese', 'Chinese,Yue', 'English', 'Arabic', 'Russian', 'Spanish', 'French', 'Portuguese', 'German', 'Turkish', 'Dutch', 'Ukrainian', 'Vietnamese', 'Indonesian', 'Japanese', 'Italian', 'Korean', 'Thai', 'Polish', 'Romanian', 'Greek', 'Czech', 'Finnish', 'Hindi', 'auto', default is 'auto'

  • stream: Enable streaming output

  • subtitleEnable: The parameter controls whether the subtitle service is enabled. The model must be 'speech-01-turbo' or 'speech-01-hd'. If this parameter is not provided, the default value is false

  • outputDirectory: Directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

  • outputFile: Path to save the output file (optional, auto-generated if not provided)

Play Audio

Play an audio file. Supports WAV and MP3 formats. Does not support video.

Tool Name: play_audio

Parameters:

  • inputFilePath: Path to the audio file to play (required)

  • isUrl: Whether the audio file is a URL, default is false

Voice Clone

Clone a voice from an audio file.

Tool Name: voice_clone

Parameters:

  • audioFile: Path to audio file (required)

  • voiceId: Voice ID (required)

  • text: Text for demo audio (optional)

  • outputDirectory: Directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

Text to Image

Generate images based on text prompts.

Tool Name: text_to_image

Parameters:

  • prompt: Image description (required)

  • model: Model version, default is 'image-01'

  • aspectRatio: Aspect ratio, default is '1:1', options are '1:1', '16:9','4:3', '3:2', '2:3', '3:4', '9:16', '21:9'

  • n: Number of images to generate, range 1-9, default is 1

  • promptOptimizer: Whether to optimize the prompt, default is true

  • subjectReference: Path to local image file or public URL for character reference (optional)

  • outputDirectory: Directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

  • outputFile: Path to save the output file (optional, auto-generated if not provided)

  • asyncMode: Whether to use async mode. Defaults to False. If True, the video generation task will be submitted asynchronously and the response will return a task_id. Should use query_video_generation tool to check the status of the task and get the result. (optional)

Generate Video

Generate videos based on text prompts.

Tool Name: generate_video

Parameters:

  • prompt: Video description (required)

  • model: Model version, options are 'T2V-01', 'T2V-01-Director', 'I2V-01', 'I2V-01-Director', 'I2V-01-live', 'S2V-01', 'MiniMax-Hailuo-02', default is 'MiniMax-Hailuo-02'

  • firstFrameImage: Path to first frame image (optional)

  • duration: The duration of the video. The model must be "MiniMax-Hailuo-02". Values can be 6 and 10. (optional)

  • resolution: The resolution of the video. The model must be "MiniMax-Hailuo-02". Values range ["768P", "1080P"]. (optional)

  • outputDirectory: Directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

  • outputFile: Path to save the output file (optional, auto-generated if not provided)

  • asyncMode: Whether to use async mode. Defaults to False. If True, the video generation task will be submitted asynchronously and the response will return a task_id. Should use query_video_generation tool to check the status of the task and get the result. (optional)

Query Video Generation Status

Query the status of a video generation task.

Tool Name: query_video_generation

Parameters:

  • taskId: The Task ID to query. Should be the task_id returned by generate_video tool if async_mode is True. (required)

  • outputDirectory: Directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

Voice Design

Generate a voice based on description prompts.

Tool Name: voice_design

Parameters:

  • prompt: The prompt to generate the voice from. (required)

  • previewText: The text to preview the voice. (required)

  • voiceId: The id of the voice to use. For example, "male-qn-qingse"/"audiobook_female_1"/"cute_boy"/"Charming_Lady"... (optional)

  • outputDirectory: The directory to save the output file. outputDirectory is relative to MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH (or basePath in config). The final save path is ${basePath}/${outputDirectory}. For example, if MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop and outputDirectory=workspace, the output will be saved to ~/Desktop/workspace/. (optional)

FAQ

1. How to use generate_video in async-mode

Define completion rules before starting: Alternatively, these rules can be configured in your IDE settings (e.g., Cursor):

Development

Setup

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/MiniMax-AI/MiniMax-MCP-JS.git
cd minimax-mcp-js

# Install dependencies
pnpm install

Build

# Build the project
pnpm run build

Run

# Run the MCP server
pnpm start

License

MIT

Available Tools

10 tools
generate_videoA

Generate a video based on text prompts.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
asyncModeNoWhether to use async mode. Defaults to False. If True, the video generation task will be submitted asynchronously and the response will return a task_id. Should use `query_video_generation` tool to check the status of the task and get the result.
durationNoThe duration of the video. The model must be "MiniMax-Hailuo-02". Values can be 6 and 10.
firstFrameImageNoFirst frame image
modelNoModel to use, values: ["T2V-01", "T2V-01-Director", "I2V-01", "I2V-01-Director", "I2V-01-live", "MiniMax-Hailuo-02"]MiniMax-Hailuo-02
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
outputFileNoPath to save the generated video file, automatically generated if not provided
promptYesText prompt for video generation
resolutionNoThe resolution of the video. The model must be "MiniMax-Hailuo-02". Values range ["768P", "1080P"]

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively adds context beyond basic functionality: it discloses that the tool 'calls MiniMax API and may incur costs,' which informs about external dependencies and financial implications. However, it doesn't cover other behavioral aspects like rate limits, error handling, or output format, preventing a perfect score.

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?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, and the second sentence adds crucial usage and cost notes. Every sentence earns its place with no wasted words, making it highly efficient for an AI agent.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the complexity (8 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is reasonably complete. It covers purpose, usage constraints, and cost implications, which are critical for this type of tool. However, it lacks details on output (e.g., what is returned, file format) and error handling, which would be needed for full completeness.

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?

The schema description coverage is 100%, meaning all parameters are well-documented in the schema itself. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond the schema. According to the rules, with high schema coverage (>80%), the baseline is 3 even with no param info in the description, which applies here.

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 tool's purpose: 'Generate a video based on text prompts.' It specifies the verb ('generate'), resource ('video'), and input type ('text prompts'). However, it doesn't explicitly distinguish this from sibling tools like 'image_to_video' or 'text_to_image', which would require a 5.

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?

The description provides explicit usage guidelines: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This clearly indicates when to use the tool (user request) and implies when not to use it (without explicit request). It also mentions cost implications ('may incur costs'), adding practical guidance.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

image_to_videoA

Generate a video based on an image.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
asyncModeNoWhether to use async mode. Defaults to False. If True, the video generation task will be submitted asynchronously and the response will return a task_id. Should use `query_video_generation` tool to check the status of the task and get the result.
firstFrameImageYesPath to the first frame image
modelNoModel to use, values: ["I2V-01", "I2V-01-Director", "I2V-01-live"]I2V-01
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
outputFileNoPath to save the generated video file, automatically generated if not provided
promptYesText prompt for video generation

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds valuable context beyond the input schema: it discloses that the tool 'calls MiniMax API' (external dependency), 'may incur costs' (financial implication), and references async mode and 'query_video_generation' for status checking (workflow behavior). However, it doesn't detail rate limits, error handling, or output format specifics.

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?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, and the note adds critical usage and cost context. Every sentence earns its place with no redundancy or waste. The two-sentence structure is efficient and clear.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the tool's complexity (video generation with async options) and lack of annotations/output schema, the description is reasonably complete. It covers purpose, usage restrictions, cost implications, and hints at async workflow. However, it doesn't describe the output (e.g., file format, location details beyond schema) or error cases, leaving some gaps for a generative AI 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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all 6 parameters thoroughly. The description adds no parameter-specific information beyond what's in the schema (e.g., it doesn't explain 'firstFrameImage' or 'prompt' further). Baseline 3 is appropriate when the schema does the heavy lifting, though the description could have highlighted key required parameters.

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 tool's purpose: 'Generate a video based on an image.' This specifies both the verb ('Generate') and resource ('video'), and it distinguishes from siblings like 'generate_video' (which likely uses different inputs) and 'text_to_image' (different output). However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'query_video_generation' (a related async status checker).

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?

The description provides explicit usage guidelines: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This clearly defines when to use the tool (user request) and implies when not to use it (unsolicited). It also mentions cost implications ('may incur costs'), which further guides usage decisions. No alternatives are named, but the restriction is clear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

list_voicesA

List all available voices. Only supported when api_host is https://api.minimax.chat.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
voiceTypeNoType of voices to list, values: ["all", "system", "voice_cloning"]all

TDQS

A3.5/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds context about the api_host requirement, which is useful beyond the basic 'list' function. However, it doesn't describe other behavioral traits such as rate limits, authentication needs, or what the return format looks like (e.g., pagination, structure), leaving gaps in transparency.

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?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded, consisting of two concise sentences that directly state the tool's purpose and a key constraint. There is no wasted language, and every sentence earns its place by providing essential information efficiently.

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

Completeness3/5

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

Given the tool's low complexity (1 optional parameter, no output schema, no annotations), the description is somewhat complete but has gaps. It covers the basic purpose and a constraint, but without annotations or an output schema, it doesn't fully explain behavioral aspects or return values, making it adequate but not comprehensive for agent 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?

The input schema has 100% description coverage, with the 'voiceType' parameter fully documented in the schema itself. The description doesn't add any meaning beyond what the schema provides, as it doesn't mention parameters at all. According to the rules, when schema coverage is high (>80%), the baseline score is 3, which applies here.

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 tool's purpose with a specific verb ('List') and resource ('all available voices'), making it immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate this tool from potential sibling tools like 'voice_design' or 'voice_clone', which might also involve voice-related operations, so it doesn't reach the highest score.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description provides some usage guidance by specifying that the tool is 'Only supported when api_host is https://api.minimax.chat,' which implies a prerequisite condition. However, it doesn't explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'voice_clone' or 'voice_design', nor does it provide clear exclusions or comparisons with siblings, leaving usage context partially implied.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

music_generationA

Create a music generation task using AI models. Generate music from prompt and lyrics.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
bitrateNoBitrate of generated music. Values: [32000, 64000, 128000, 256000]
formatNoFormat of generated music. Values: ["mp3", "wav", "pcm"]mp3
lyricsYesSong lyrics for music generation. Use newline (\n) to separate each line of lyrics. Supports lyric structure tags [Intro][Verse][Chorus][Bridge][Outro] to enhance musicality. Character range: [10, 600] (each Chinese character, punctuation, and letter counts as 1 character)
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
promptYesMusic creation inspiration describing style, mood, scene, etc. Example: "Pop music, sad, suitable for rainy nights". Character range: [10, 300]
sampleRateNoSample rate of generated music. Values: [16000, 24000, 32000, 44100]

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds valuable context about API costs and user request requirements, which are behavioral traits. However, it doesn't describe what the tool returns (file path? success status?), error conditions, or processing time expectations, leaving gaps for a mutation tool.

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?

The description is perfectly concise with three sentences that each earn their place: purpose statement, API cost warning, and usage restriction. No wasted words, and the most important guidance ('Use only when explicitly requested') is appropriately positioned.

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

Completeness3/5

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

For a 6-parameter mutation tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description provides good usage guidance but lacks information about return values, error handling, or what constitutes successful completion. The cost warning and user request requirement help, but more behavioral context would be needed for full completeness.

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 schema already documents all 6 parameters thoroughly. The description mentions 'prompt and lyrics' which aligns with the two required parameters, but adds no additional semantic context beyond what's in the schema descriptions. Baseline 3 is appropriate when schema does the heavy lifting.

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 tool's purpose: 'Create a music generation task using AI models. Generate music from prompt and lyrics.' This specifies the verb (create/generate), resource (music), and inputs (prompt and lyrics). However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'text_to_audio' or 'voice_design' that might also generate audio content.

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?

The description provides explicit usage guidelines: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This clearly defines when to use the tool. The note about API costs ('may incur costs') also provides important context about when to be cautious with usage.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

play_audioC

Play an audio file. Supports WAV and MP3 formats. Does not support video.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
inputFilePathYesPath to the audio file to play
isUrlNoWhether the audio file is a URL

TDQS

C2.9/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but offers minimal behavioral insight. It states format support and video exclusion but doesn't cover critical aspects like whether playback is blocking/non-blocking, audio output destination, error handling, or performance characteristics. The agent lacks context about how this tool behaves in practice.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

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

The description is appropriately brief with three short sentences that each add value: core function, format support, and video exclusion. It's front-loaded with the primary purpose and wastes no words, though it could be slightly more structured for readability.

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 no annotations, no output schema, and a tool that performs an action (playback), the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what 'play' means operationally (e.g., plays through system speakers, returns audio stream), success/failure conditions, or what happens after invocation. For an action-oriented tool, more behavioral context is needed.

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 schema already documents both parameters thoroughly. The description adds no parameter-specific information beyond what's in the schema, maintaining the baseline score. No additional syntax, constraints, or usage examples are provided.

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 ('Play') and resource ('an audio file'), making the tool's purpose immediately understandable. It distinguishes from video-related siblings by explicitly stating 'Does not support video,' though it doesn't differentiate from other audio tools like text_to_audio or voice_clone.

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?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like text_to_audio or music_generation. It mentions format support (WAV and MP3) but doesn't explain use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions beyond the video limitation.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

query_video_generationB

Query the status of a video generation task.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
taskIdYesThe Task ID to query. Should be the task_id returned by `generate_video` tool if `async_mode` is True.

TDQS

B3.3/5.0
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden but only states it queries status without detailing behavioral traits like error handling, rate limits, or what the status response includes. It mentions the relationship to `generate_video` but doesn't explain if this is a read-only operation or has side effects.

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?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that directly states the tool's purpose without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded and every part earns its place, making it highly concise and well-structured.

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

Completeness3/5

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

Given the tool's moderate complexity (querying task status) and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate but lacks details on return values or error conditions. With no annotations, it should provide more behavioral context to be fully complete for an AI agent.

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 schema fully documents both parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond what's in the schema, such as clarifying parameter interactions or usage nuances, resulting in a baseline score of 3.

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 verb ('query') and resource ('status of a video generation task'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate this tool from potential alternatives like checking task status through other means, which prevents a perfect score.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description implies usage context by mentioning 'task_id returned by `generate_video` tool if `async_mode` is True,' suggesting when to use this tool. However, it lacks explicit guidance on when NOT to use it or alternatives for synchronous tasks, leaving some ambiguity.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

text_to_audioA

Convert text to audio with a given voice and save the output audio file to a given directory. If no directory is provided, the file will be saved to desktop. If no voice ID is provided, the default voice will be used.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
bitrateNoBitrate (bps), values: [64000, 96000, 128000, 160000, 192000, 224000, 256000, 320000]
channelNoAudio channels, values: [1, 2]
emotionNoSpeech emotion, values: ["happy", "sad", "angry", "fearful", "disgusted", "surprised", "neutral"]happy
formatNoAudio format, values: ["pcm", "mp3","flac", "wav"]mp3
languageBoostNoEnhance the ability to recognize specified languages and dialects. Supported values include: 'Chinese', 'Chinese,Yue', 'English', 'Arabic', 'Russian', 'Spanish', 'French', 'Portuguese', 'German', 'Turkish', 'Dutch', 'Ukrainian', 'Vietnamese', 'Indonesian', 'Japanese', 'Italian', 'Korean', 'Thai', 'Polish', 'Romanian', 'Greek', 'Czech', 'Finnish', 'Hindi', 'auto', default is 'auto'auto
modelNoModel to usespeech-02-hd
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
outputFileNoPath to save the generated audio file, automatically generated if not provided
pitchNoSpeech pitch
sampleRateNoSample rate (Hz), values: [8000, 16000, 22050, 24000, 32000, 44100]
speedNoSpeech speed
subtitleEnableNoThe parameter controls whether the subtitle service is enabled. The model must be 'speech-01-turbo' or 'speech-01-hd'. If this parameter is not provided, the default value is false
textYesText to convert to audio
voiceIdNoVoice ID to use, e.g. "female-shaonv"male-qn-qingse
volNoSpeech volume

TDQS

A4.4/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It successfully reveals several important behavioral traits: the tool calls an external API (MiniMax), may incur costs, has default behaviors for missing parameters (voice ID, directory), and saves files to specific locations. However, it doesn't mention error handling, rate limits, or authentication requirements, which would be helpful for a tool with 15 parameters and API dependencies.

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?

The description is perfectly structured with two focused paragraphs: the first explains the core functionality and default behaviors, the second provides critical usage warnings. Every sentence earns its place, with no redundancy or unnecessary elaboration. The information is front-loaded with the primary purpose immediately clear.

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

Completeness4/5

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

For a complex tool with 15 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description does well by covering the core purpose, defaults, cost implications, and usage constraints. However, it doesn't describe the output format or what happens after file saving (e.g., returns file path, success confirmation), which would be important given the absence of an output schema. The cost warning and explicit usage guidance compensate somewhat for these gaps.

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?

The schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already comprehensively documents all 15 parameters. The description adds minimal parameter semantics beyond the schema - it mentions that voice ID and directory have defaults when not provided, but doesn't explain the relationships between parameters or provide additional context about parameter interactions. This meets the baseline expectation when schema coverage is complete.

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 specific action ('convert text to audio'), identifies the key resources involved ('with a given voice', 'save the output audio file'), and distinguishes it from siblings like 'play_audio' (which plays rather than creates) and 'voice_clone' (which clones rather than converts text). The verb+resource combination is precise and unambiguous.

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?

The description provides explicit guidance on when to use this tool ('Use only when explicitly requested by the user') and includes an important exclusion/warning about costs ('may incur costs'). It also distinguishes from alternatives by specifying this is for text-to-audio conversion, not other audio-related operations like playing or voice cloning available in sibling tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

text_to_imageA

Generate images based on text prompts.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
aspectRatioNoImage aspect ratio, values: ["1:1", "16:9","4:3", "3:2", "2:3", "3:4", "9:16", "21:9"]1:1
modelNoModel to useimage-01
nNoNumber of images to generate
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
outputFileNoPath to save the generated image file, automatically generated if not provided
promptYesText prompt for image generation
promptOptimizerNoWhether to optimize the prompt

TDQS

A4/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds valuable context beyond basic functionality: it discloses that the tool 'calls MiniMax API and may incur costs,' which is critical operational information not inferable from the schema. However, it doesn't mention rate limits, error handling, or output format details.

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?

The description is extremely concise and well-structured: a clear purpose statement followed by a critical note about API costs and usage restriction. Both sentences earn their place, with zero wasted words, and the most important information (cost warning) is front-loaded in the note.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the tool's complexity (7 parameters, API integration, cost implications) and no annotations or output schema, the description does well by covering the core purpose and critical behavioral context (API costs). However, it lacks details about the generated output (e.g., file format, resolution) and doesn't explain error cases or authentication requirements.

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?

The description provides no parameter-specific information beyond the general 'text prompts' reference. However, with 100% schema description coverage, all 7 parameters are well-documented in the schema itself (e.g., 'prompt' for text input, 'aspectRatio' with enumerated values). The baseline score of 3 is appropriate since the schema does the heavy lifting.

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 tool's purpose: 'Generate images based on text prompts.' This specifies the verb ('generate') and resource ('images') with the mechanism ('based on text prompts'). However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'generate_video' or 'image_to_video' beyond the obvious difference in output type.

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 the tool: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This gives explicit guidance on user-driven invocation. However, it doesn't mention alternatives or when-not-to-use scenarios relative to siblings like 'generate_video' for video generation.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

voice_cloneA

Clone a voice using the provided audio file. New voices will incur costs when first used.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
audioFileYesPath to the audio file
isUrlNoWhether the audio file is a URL
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
textNoText for the demo audio
voiceIdYesVoice ID to use

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively adds context beyond the input schema by mentioning costs ('New voices will incur costs when first used'), API dependency ('calls MiniMax API'), and cost warnings. However, it lacks details on rate limits, error handling, or output format, which would enhance transparency.

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?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded, with the core purpose stated first, followed by important behavioral notes. Every sentence adds value: the first defines the tool, the second warns about costs, and the third provides usage guidelines. There is no wasted text, making it efficient and well-structured.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Given the complexity of a voice cloning tool with 5 parameters and no output schema, the description is reasonably complete. It covers purpose, costs, API dependency, and usage guidelines. However, it lacks details on output format (e.g., file type, location specifics) and error scenarios, which would improve completeness for an agent.

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?

The description does not add any parameter-specific information beyond what the input schema provides. Since schema description coverage is 100%, the baseline score is 3. The description focuses on behavioral aspects like costs and usage guidelines rather than explaining parameters, which is acceptable given the comprehensive schema.

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 tool's purpose: 'Clone a voice using the provided audio file.' This specifies the verb ('Clone') and resource ('a voice'), making it distinct from sibling tools like 'list_voices' or 'voice_design.' However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'text_to_audio' in terms of input source, which could be slightly improved.

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?

The description provides explicit usage guidelines: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This clearly indicates when to invoke the tool, and the cost warning ('may incur costs') helps the agent avoid unnecessary usage. It effectively guides the agent on when to use this tool versus alternatives.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

voice_designA

Generate a voice based on description prompts.

Note: This tool calls MiniMax API and may incur costs. Use only when explicitly requested by the user.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
outputDirectoryNoThe directory to save the output file. `outputDirectory` is relative to `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH` (or `basePath` in config). The final save path is `${basePath}/${outputDirectory}`. For example, if `MINIMAX_MCP_BASE_PATH=~/Desktop` and `outputDirectory=workspace`, the output will be saved to `~/Desktop/workspace/`
previewTextYesThe text to preview the voice
promptYesThe prompt to generate the voice from
voiceIdNoThe id of the voice to use. For example, "male-qn-qingse"/"audiobook_female_1"/"cute_boy"/"Charming_Lady"...

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It adds valuable context: it discloses that the tool calls an external API (MiniMax) and may incur costs, which are critical behavioral traits not inferable from the schema alone. It doesn't detail rate limits or error handling, but this is sufficient for a high score given the lack of annotations.

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?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, and the note adds essential context without redundancy. Every sentence earns its place, making it efficient and easy to parse.

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

Completeness3/5

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

Given the tool's complexity (voice generation with external API calls) and lack of output schema, the description is somewhat complete but has gaps. It covers purpose, usage constraints, and cost implications, but doesn't explain return values or potential errors. With no annotations and no output schema, more detail would improve completeness, but it's adequate for a minimum viable score.

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%, meaning the schema already documents all parameters thoroughly. The description adds no specific parameter information beyond the general 'description prompts' hint. According to the rules, with high schema coverage (>80%), the baseline is 3 even with no param info in the description, which applies here.

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 tool's purpose: 'Generate a voice based on description prompts.' This specifies the verb ('Generate') and resource ('voice'), making it immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'voice_clone' or 'text_to_audio,' which prevents a perfect score.

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 note provides clear usage guidance: 'Use only when explicitly requested by the user.' This establishes a specific context for when to invoke the tool. However, it doesn't mention when NOT to use it or name alternatives among sibling tools, such as 'voice_clone' for different voice generation methods.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

Tool Schema Changelog

Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.

  1. 10 tool updatesv1.0.0
    • First observedgenerate_video
    • First observedimage_to_video
    • First observedlist_voices
    • First observedmusic_generation
    • First observedplay_audio
    • First observedquery_video_generation
    • First observedtext_to_audio
    • First observedtext_to_image
    • First observedvoice_clone
    • First observedvoice_design

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Disambiguation5/5

Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose targeting different media generation tasks (video, image, audio, voice) with no overlap. Tools like generate_video and image_to_video are differentiated by input type, while text_to_audio and voice_clone serve separate audio functions.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tools follow a consistent verb_noun or verb_to_noun pattern (e.g., generate_video, text_to_image, list_voices) with snake_case throughout. The naming is predictable and clearly indicates each tool's action and target resource.

Tool Count5/5

With 10 tools, the set is well-scoped for a media generation API server, covering video, image, audio, and voice operations. Each tool earns its place without redundancy, and the count aligns with the domain's complexity.

Completeness4/5

The toolset provides strong coverage for media generation tasks, including creation, querying, and listing operations. A minor gap is the lack of tools for deleting or managing generated media files, but core workflows are well-supported.

Maintenance

ActivityMaintained
ResponsivenessUnresponsive

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