EngineeringUpdated 2026-10-24
Tool Use
A model using external tools such as search, code execution or APIs during reasoning.
#工具调用#Agent#外部系统
In plain language
Tool use extends model capabilities but adds latency, cost and failure risk. Good tool use needs clear descriptions, parameter schemas, permission boundaries and fallbacks. Never let a model perform high-risk actions without confirmation.
Example
The model searches for current prices, then calls a calculator for the total.
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