Delete a recorded trace permanently. Use this when the trace data is no longer needed; the measurement cannot be repeated from the same run.
Delete a recorded trace. Final, and the measurement cannot be taken again from the same run.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | The ID of the trace. |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.1.1Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds meaningful behavioral context beyond the destructiveHint annotation by explicitly stating that deletion is final and the measurement cannot be retaken from the same run. This warns the agent about an irreversible side effect.
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?
Two short sentences deliver the core purpose and the key warning without any filler. The most important information is front-loaded.
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 single-parameter destructive operation with no output schema, the description is adequately complete: it identifies the target resource, the action, and the irreversible consequence. Minor omissions such as prerequisites or error behavior are not critical at this complexity level.
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 description coverage is 100% and the only parameter, id, is documented as 'The ID of the trace.' The description adds no additional parameter detail, but the schema already carries the necessary meaning, so the baseline of 3 applies.
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 states a specific action ('Delete') on a specific resource ('a recorded trace'), making the tool's purpose immediately clear. It also differentiates from the sibling tracesDeleteConfiguration by specifying the trace record itself rather than a configuration.
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 guidance is provided about when to use this tool versus alternatives such as tracesDeleteConfiguration or the various trace inspection tools. The description implies the obvious use case of deleting a trace but offers no decision guidance or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.