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List History

List_History
Read-only

Retrieve a site's full action history with options to filter by date, user, or path, sort by timestamp, and paginate results.

Instructions

List site full action history.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
start_atNoLeave blank or set to a date/time to filter earlier entries.
end_atNoLeave blank or set to a date/time to filter later entries.
displayNoDisplay format. Leave blank or set to `full` or `parent`.
cursorNoUsed for pagination. When a list request has more records available, cursors are provided in the response headers `X-Files-Cursor-Next` and `X-Files-Cursor-Prev`. Send one of those cursor value here to resume an existing list from the next available record. Note: many of our SDKs have iterator methods that will automatically handle cursor-based pagination.
per_pageNoNumber of records to show per page. (Max: 10000, 1,000 or less is recommended).
sort_byNoIf set, sort records by the specified field in either `asc` or `desc` direction. Valid fields are `created_at`.
filterNoIf set, return records where the specified field is equal to the supplied value. Valid fields are `user_id`, `folder` or `path`.
filter_prefixNoIf set, return records where the specified field is prefixed by the supplied value. Valid fields are `path`.
fieldsNoOptional list of attribute names to include as columns in the response table. When omitted, a sensible default set is used. Useful for narrowing wide entities or surfacing fields not in the default.

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, so the description's 'list' verb aligns. The description adds no further behavioral context (e.g., performance, rate limits, or result size implications). It is adequate but not informative beyond the annotation.

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?

A single sentence with no unnecessary words. However, the brevity sacrifices some completeness. It is front-loaded but could benefit from a brief expansion to clarify scope.

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?

Despite having an output schema and fully described parameters, the description leaves ambiguity about what 'action history' encompasses and how it relates to other history tools. The minimal description does not provide sufficient context for the agent to decide when to use this tool.

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

Parameters3/5

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

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already explains all 9 parameters. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, which sets a baseline of 3.

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

Purpose4/5

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

The description states it lists 'site full action history', which is a specific verb and resource. However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like List_Action_Log or List_For_File_History, which may have overlapping scopes.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus the many related sibling tools (e.g., List_For_File_History, List_Action_Log). The description lacks any context about typical use cases or when to avoid it.

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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