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IDA Pro MCP Server

by 31Benzi

enable_breakpoint

Enable or disable a breakpoint by address, allowing breakpoints to remain in place while temporarily inactive.

Instructions

Enable or disable a breakpoint without removing it.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
enableNo
addressYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only indicates that the breakpoint is not removed when toggled, but does not disclose side effects, required debugger state, permissions, or whether the change is reversible. This is inadequate for a mutation tool.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single sentence with no superfluous words. It is front-loaded with the action. However, it is too brief to be fully useful, but conciseness alone is well-executed.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the presence of an output schema (unknown content) and a large set of sibling tools, the description is too minimal. It does not explain what the tool returns, how to use the parameters, or the preconditions (e.g., debugger must be running). The description is incomplete for a 2-parameter tool with no parameter documentation.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 0% (no descriptions in the schema), and the tool description does not mention either parameter. The meaning of 'address' (what kind of address? breakpoint ID?) and the effect of the 'enable' boolean are not explained. The description adds no value beyond the schema structure.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action (enable/disable) and the resource (breakpoint), and distinguishes it from sibling tools like delete_breakpoint by noting 'without removing it'. This provides a specific verb+resource with differentiation.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like set_breakpoint or delete_breakpoint. The phrase 'without removing it' implies a distinction from deletion, but there is no usage context, prerequisites, or when-not advice. Given the many sibling tools, this is a significant gap.

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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