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delete

Submit an asynchronous delete request for files or directories on a Globus endpoint. Returns a task ID to monitor progress.

Instructions

Submit an async delete task.

Unlike rm, this returns immediately with a task_id. Use task_show or task_wait to monitor progress.

Args: endpoint_id: The UUID of the endpoint. path: Path to the file or directory to delete. recursive: If True, recursively delete directories. ignore_missing: If True, don't error if path doesn't exist. label: Optional label for the task.

Returns: Dict with 'task_id' for the submitted delete task.

Examples: result = delete("endpoint-uuid", "/scratch/large_dir", recursive=True) task_wait(result['task_id'])

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
endpoint_idYes
pathYes
recursiveNo
ignore_missingNo
labelNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior4/5

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

Discloses async behavior, return value (task_id), and parameters like recursive and ignore_missing. Could mention irreversibility or permissions but sufficient for context.

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 separate sections for description, args, returns, and examples. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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?

Covers all aspects: async operation, parameter details, monitoring method, and example. Output schema exists for task_id, which is described in 'Returns'.

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?

All five parameters are explained in the Args section with clear meanings (endpoint_id, path, recursive, ignore_missing, label), compensating for 0% schema description coverage.

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 it submits an async delete task, distinguishes from synchronous 'rm' sibling by noting it returns immediately with a task_id.

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 contrasts with 'rm' and directs to use task_show/task_wait for monitoring. Provides example usage and parameter descriptions.

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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