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Cancel running cron job

render_cancel_cron_job_run
DestructiveIdempotent

Cancel a currently running cron job on Render by providing its ID.

Instructions

Cancel running cron job. Cancel a currently running cron job. Calls DELETE /cron-jobs/{cronJobId}/runs on the Render Public API.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
cronJobIdYesThe ID of the cron job
Behavior2/5

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

Annotations already indicate destructive (destructiveHint=true) and idempotent behavior. The description only adds the API call detail (DELETE endpoint) but does not disclose side effects, safety considerations, or error conditions.

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?

Contains redundancy: first two sentences essentially repeat the same information. The third sentence adds API context, but the description could be more concise.

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

Completeness3/5

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 annotations, the description is adequate but lacks details on return values (no output schema) or behavior when the cron job is not running or does not exist.

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 coverage is 100% for the single parameter cronJobId, with a clear description. The tool description does not add further semantic meaning beyond the schema.

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 clearly states the tool cancels a running cron job, using a specific verb and resource. It is distinct from sibling tools like render_run_cron_job, though it does not explicitly differentiate.

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 alternatives like render_cancel_job or render_cancel_deploy. The description lacks context on prerequisites or scenarios.

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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