scrapecreators_tiktok_shop
TikTok Shop
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| page | No | Page number to retrieve | |
| query | Yes | Term you want to search for | |
| region | No | Region to search shop products in. |
TikTok Shop
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| page | No | Page number to retrieve | |
| query | Yes | Term you want to search for | |
| region | No | Region to search shop products in. |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections. Dates show when Glama detected each change.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. 'TikTok Shop' reveals nothing about data returned, side effects, required permissions, or any operational characteristics.
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 extremely short, but this is under-specification rather than concise communication. It lacks any functional wording and does not earn its place with meaningful content.
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?
The tool has 3 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations. The description provides no context about expected results, use cases, or operational semantics, making it completely inadequate for an agent to invoke safely.
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?
Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all three parameters (query, page, region). The description adds no additional semantic value, which matches the baseline of 3 for high schema coverage.
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 'TikTok Shop' merely restates the tool name as a label, providing no verb or indication of what action the tool performs. It fails to specify whether this scrapes, searches, or manages TikTok Shop data.
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?
No guidance is given on when to use this tool or how it differs from similarly named siblings like 'scrapecreators_shop_products' or 'scrapecreators_amazon_shop'. The description offers no context for selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.