scrapecreators_postreel_info
Post/Reel Info
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | Instagram post or reel URL | |
| trim | No | Set to true for a trimmed response |
Post/Reel Info
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | Instagram post or reel URL | |
| trim | No | Set to true for a trimmed response |
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 the full burden of disclosure. It fails to mention whether the operation is read-only, what data it returns, or any side effects. The phrase "Post/Reel Info" provides no behavioral insight.
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?
At only three words, the description is under-specified rather than concise. It lacks substance and does not fulfill the role of a functional description, though it is short.
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?
With no output schema and no description of the returned data, the tool is completely under-described. Given the large number of sibling scrapers, the agent cannot determine what info is provided or how this tool differs, making it inadequate.
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 input schema already provides 100% coverage with clear descriptions for both parameters (url and trim). The description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, so the baseline of 3 applies.
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 "Post/Reel Info" is a noun phrase that restates the tool name without a clear verb or action. It does not distinguish this tool from siblings like scrapecreators_post or scrapecreators_reels, making it tautological and vague.
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?
There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus the many related scrapecreators tools. No context, prerequisites, or alternatives are mentioned, leaving the agent without any decision support.
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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