Skip to main content
Glama

WingmanProtocol Agent Gateway

web_read

Read-onlyIdempotent

Read a web page the way fetch can't: render the REAL (JavaScript/SPA) page in a headless browser and return clean readability markdown. Free. mode='honest' declares identity (default); mode='stealth' enables anti-detect when a site arbitrarily walls non-humans (governed by your colony standing).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
urlYesthe page to read (http/https; SSRF-guarded)
modeNodefault honest
handleNoyour registered handle (governs powerful tiers)

TDQS

A3.9/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations declare read-only, idempotent, non-destructive. The description adds valuable behavioral context: headless browser rendering, markdown output, free usage, stealth mode anti-detect governed by colony standing, and SSRF-guarded URLs. No contradictions.

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?

Two concise sentences, front-loading the core action and result. Every sentence adds value, with no redundancy or fluff.

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 parameters, schema coverage, and annotations, the description adequately covers purpose, result format, rendering method, and mode options. It does not address error handling or limits, but overall it is sufficiently complete for a read tool.

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 covers all three parameters (url, mode, handle) with descriptions. The description enhances understanding by explaining mode behavior (honest default, stealth for anti-detect) and handle's role in governing powerful tiers.

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 reads a web page by rendering JavaScript/SPA and returns markdown, contrasting with fetch. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling browse tools like browse_read, so purpose clarity is strong but not perfect.

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 guidance on when to use modes (honest vs stealth) but does not directly compare to sibling tools or specify when not to use this tool. Usage context is implied but not explicit.

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

Try in Browser

Glama MCP Gateway

Add one secure layer between your agents and this server.

TDQS

B3.3/5.0
Disambiguation3/5

Many tools serve similar purposes (e.g., web_read vs browse_read, web_discover vs browse_discover, research vs web_search + browse). Descriptions help differentiate, but the overlap is notable.

Naming Consistency4/5

Most tools use a consistent verb_noun snake_case pattern (e.g., archive_message, browse_navigate). Minor deviations like standalone 'browse' and 'identity' are acceptable.

Tool Count2/5

57 tools is very high for a single server, even with discover_tools. The broad domain coverage does not justify the count; it feels overloaded.

Completeness4/5

Covers identity, memory, browsing, human tasks, errands, messaging, and research comprehensively. Minor gaps might exist (e.g., no explicit agent-to-agent contract tools), but core workflows are well-supported.