arthas_stop_job
Halt a running async diagnostic job (watch, trace, stack, monitor) by specifying its job ID.
Instructions
Stop a running async job (watch/trace/stack/monitor).
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| jobId | Yes | Job ID to stop |
Halt a running async diagnostic job (watch, trace, stack, monitor) by specifying its job ID.
Stop a running async job (watch/trace/stack/monitor).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| jobId | Yes | Job ID to stop |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. 'Stop' implies destructive action, but no details on reversibility, data retention, or permissions. Adequate but could be more transparent.
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?
Single sentence, front-loaded with key information, no unnecessary words. Efficient and clear.
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?
For a simple tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description fully covers the necessary context: what the tool does and the types of jobs it applies to.
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 coverage is 100% for jobId. The description adds value by specifying the job types, giving context to the parameter's purpose beyond the schema's generic description.
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 (stop) and the resource (running async job), and lists specific job types (watch/trace/stack/monitor). This distinguishes it from sibling tools that start or list jobs.
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?
Implicitly suggests use when a running job from specified types needs termination, but lacks explicit guidance on when not to use or alternatives. No mention of prerequisites like obtaining jobId from arthas_async_jobs.
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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