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suspend_container

Freeze a container to pause its processes. Specify the node and container ID to suspend operation without shutdown.

Instructions

Suspend (freeze) a container.

Args: node: The node name. vmid: The container ID.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
nodeYes
vmidYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description should disclose behavior beyond 'suspend/freeze', but it does not explain effects on the container (e.g., resource release, network state, resume capability). The description is insufficient for understanding full impact.

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

Conciseness3/5

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

The description is concise and front-loaded with the purpose, but it sacrifices essential behavioral details. It is overly terse, making it inadequate for a complete understanding.

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, the description does not indicate what the tool returns or how to interpret results. It omits prerequisites, side effects, and any state changes, leaving the agent unprepared for invocation.

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

Parameters2/5

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

Parameter descriptions are trivial ('The node name', 'The container ID') and add no meaningful semantics beyond the schema field titles. Since schema coverage is 0%, the description fails to compensate adequately.

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 ('Suspend (freeze)') and the resource ('container'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'suspend_vm' or 'resume_container'. The verb-resource pair is specific and unambiguous.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'shutdown_container' or 'stop_container'. The description lacks context for appropriate usage scenarios or exclusions.

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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