termix_docker_pause_containerPause a Docker container in a Termix session to temporarily halt its processes. Provide the session ID and container ID to suspend a specific container without removing it.
Pause container. Pauses a specific container.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| sessionId | Yes | ||
| containerId | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.1.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations indicate this is a write operation (readOnlyHint=false) and not idempotent, but the description does not mention any side effects like the container being frozen, network loss, or that pause is not supported for all container types (e.g., if running with certain runtimes).
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?
The description is very short, which is concise, but it repeats the same information in the second sentence ('Pauses a specific container') without adding new value. It is acceptable but not optimally structured.
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?
Given that there is no output schema and the operation is a state-changing Docker command, the description should explain the effect on the container, prerequisites (like container running), and how it differs from stop. It lacks these details.
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 0%, and the description does not explain what sessionId or containerId mean or how to obtain them. The agent must guess that sessionId is an SSH session ID and containerId is a Docker container ID.
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 clear verb ('pause') and resource ('container'), and confirms it acts on a specific container. However, it does not reference the sibling tools start/stop/restart/unpause to differentiate them beyond the basic verb.
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?
The description does not state when to use pause vs. stop, unpause, or restart. It provides no context for when pausing is appropriate (e.g., for saving CPU but keeping memory) or when not to use it.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.