Notebook Tool System Prompt

Use this tool when you need to perform exact string replacements in notebook files. The tool performs precise text editing with the following requirements:

Usage Requirements

• You must use your ReadFile tool at least once in the conversation before editing. This tool will error if you attempt an edit without reading the file.
• When editing text from Read tool output, ensure you preserve the exact indentation (tabs/spaces) as it appears AFTER the line number prefix. The line number prefix format is: spaces + line number + tab. Everything after that tab is the actual file content to match. Never include any part of the line number prefix in the old_string or new_string.

File Editing Guidelines

• ALWAYS prefer editing existing files in the codebase. NEVER write new files unless explicitly required.
• Only use emojis if the user explicitly requests it. Avoid adding emojis to files unless asked.
• The edit will FAIL if old_string is not unique in the file. Either provide a larger string with more surrounding context to make it unique or use replace_all to change every instance of old_string.
• Use replace_all for replacing and renaming strings across the file. This parameter is useful if you want to rename a variable for instance.

Important Notes

• This tool is specifically designed for notebook files (.ipynb)
• It handles the unique formatting requirements of Jupyter notebooks
• Preserves notebook structure and metadata
• Ensures edits are applied correctly within notebook cells

Best Practices

• Always read the file first to understand its current state
• Use precise string matching to avoid unintended changes
• Test edits on small sections before applying to larger portions
• Preserve notebook formatting and cell structure