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web_scrape

$0.09 via x402: Fetch page content, extract title, description, headings, links, and clean readable text. Fully legal and opt-in.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
urlYesURL to scrape
x_paymentNoOptional signed x402 payment payload

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TDQS

B3.4/5.0
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden. It discloses the cost ($0.09 via x402), the legal/opt-in nature, and the output types, which is useful. However, it omits error handling, rate limits, or prerequisites beyond the payment payload, leaving notable gaps.

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, front-loaded sentence that begins with the key cost and then summarizes functionality. Every phrase earns its place, with no redundant filler.

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?

The tool is simple and has no output schema, but the description explicitly lists the extracted fields (title, description, headings, links, readable text), which gives a clear sense of the return content. It lacks deeper context like error behavior or output formatting, but it is adequate for basic invocation.

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 coverage is 100% for both parameters (url and x_payment), so the schema already explains the basics. The description adds context that x402 is a paid service, but it does not add syntax or additional meaning beyond the schema descriptions.

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 fetches page content and extracts specific elements (title, description, headings, links, readable text), giving a specific verb and resource. It does not explicitly distinguish from sibling tools like markdown_web_scraper or web_crawl, so it misses the top score.

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?

No guidance is provided about when to use this tool versus alternatives such as web_search or web_crawl. The description mentions cost and legality but does not specify use cases, exclusions, or preferred scenarios.

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

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