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container_prune

DestructiveIdempotent

Remove stopped Docker containers to free up disk space. Optionally filter by age or label to target only specific containers.

Instructions

Remove all stopped containers to reclaim disk space.

Only removes containers that are not running — running containers are never affected. Use container_list(all=True) to preview what would be removed before calling this. Valid filter keys: until (RFC3339 timestamp or duration like "24h" — removes containers stopped before that point), label (key or key=value). For a broader cleanup of containers plus unused images, networks, and volumes see the prune_managed prompt.

args: filters - Narrow which stopped containers to remove; omit to remove all stopped returns: dict - {"ContainersDeleted": [...], "SpaceReclaimed": }

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
filtersNo
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate destructiveHint=true; description adds safety note that running containers are never affected, details on filter keys, and return format. No contradiction with annotations.

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

Conciseness5/5

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

Well-structured with clear purpose, safety, preview, filter details, alternative, and args/returns. Every sentence is valuable and front-loaded.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Complete description covering purpose, usage, filters, safety, return format (dict with ContainersDeleted and SpaceReclaimed), and alternatives. No output schema needed.

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

Parameters5/5

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

Schema coverage is 0%, but description fully explains filters parameter with valid keys (until, label) and their syntax, adding significant meaning beyond the schema.

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?

Clearly states 'Remove all stopped containers to reclaim disk space' with specific verb and resource, and distinguishes from sibling tools like container_remove and prune_managed prompt.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Explicitly says when to use (reclaim disk space), provides a preview method (container_list(all=True)), explains valid filters, and suggests alternative (prune_managed prompt for broader cleanup).

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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