After the MCP client connects successfully, use tools/list to obtain the formally exposed tool list, parameter schemas, and descriptions for the current environment. Tools can vary by version, permissions, and environment, so do not hard-code unconfirmed tool names in the documentation.
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| Tool information to record | Content |
| Tool name | The formal name returned by tools/list |
| Purpose | The business goal described in the tool description |
| Input parameters | Fields, types, required items, enumerations, and formats in inputSchema |
| Required permissions | Read-only or Read-write, together with user roles and business conditions |
| Risk level | Read-only, general write, or high-risk fund/card operation |
| Result | Key fields, amount units, pagination, and error structure |
Conversational Usage Examples
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| Scenario | Recommended prompt |
| Read-only query | Query the USD Primary Account balance and state the unit for every amount. |
| Locate Budgets | List Budgets with Available Limit below 100 USD, sorted from lowest to highest Available Limit. |
| Investigate transactions | Query failed transactions for the card ending in 1234 during the last 7 days and summarize them by failure reason. |
| Prepare a write operation | Prepare to transfer 100 USD from the Primary Account to the specified Sub Account. First show the account, currency, amount, and impact, then wait for my confirmation before executing. |