get_webhook
Retrieve details of a specific webhook by providing its ID to inspect configuration and status.
Instructions
Get details of a single webhook by ID.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | The webhook ID |
Retrieve details of a specific webhook by providing its ID to inspect configuration and status.
Get details of a single webhook by ID.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | The webhook ID |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.1.1Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It implies a read-only operation but does not explicitly state side effects, error cases, or what happens if the webhook does not exist.
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 concise sentence with no unnecessary details, perfectly matching the simplicity of the tool.
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 description sufficiently conveys the purpose for a simple get operation. It could mention the return format or error behavior, but given the minimal complexity, it is nearly 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 clear description for the single parameter 'id' ('The webhook ID'), and the description adds no additional meaning. Since schema coverage is 100%, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate.
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 action ('Get details'), the resource ('webhook'), and the scope ('single webhook by ID'), which distinguishes it from list_webhooks and other webhook operations.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool over alternatives like list_webhooks, though the unique ID parameter implies its use case. The description is adequate but lacks explicit differentiation.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.