Stop IMAP IDLE watching on an account (or all accounts)
This tool declares no required parameters. Add optional parameters from the input schema as needed.
{
"id": 1,
"jsonrpc": "2.0",
"method": "tools/call",
"params": {
"arguments": {},
"name": "stop_idle_watch"
}
}| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| account | No | Account to stop watching. Omit to stop all. |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries full responsibility for disclosing behavior. It states the action and scope but omits side effects, idempotency, prerequisites, or behavior when no watch is active. For a state-changing tool, this is a notable gap.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is a single, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It efficiently conveys the operation and parameter scope.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For this simple tool with one optional parameter and no output schema, the description covers the essential operation. It lacks behavioral details like idempotency or error conditions, but given the simplicity, the description is sufficiently complete.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
The schema already provides a description for the account parameter (100% coverage), so the tool description adds no new semantics. The phrase '(or all accounts)' restates what the schema already says, yielding no additional value.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description clearly states the specific action (Stop), the resource (IMAP IDLE watching), and the scope (account or all accounts). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like start_idle_watch and get_idle_status.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?
The description implies usage as the counterpart to start_idle_watch and provides scoping guidance via the optional account parameter. It does not explicitly mention exclusions or alternative tools, but the context is clear enough for correct invocation.
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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