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process_io_stats

Monitor disk I/O statistics for Linux processes to identify and diagnose I/O bottlenecks using process ID analysis.

Instructions

Get disk I/O statistics for a process (Linux only). Diagnose I/O bottlenecks.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
pidYesProcess ID
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It mentions the Linux-only constraint and diagnostic purpose, but lacks critical behavioral details: whether this requires elevated permissions, what specific I/O metrics are returned, if there are rate limits, whether it's a real-time snapshot or historical data, or what format the output takes.

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?

The description is extremely concise with two brief sentences that each serve distinct purposes: the first states the core functionality and platform constraint, the second provides usage context. There's zero wasted language and information is front-loaded appropriately.

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

Completeness2/5

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

For a tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is insufficiently complete. It doesn't explain what specific I/O statistics are returned (read/write rates, I/O wait, etc.), the output format, whether it requires root permissions, or how it differs from related process monitoring tools. The Linux-only constraint is helpful but doesn't compensate for other gaps.

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?

The schema has 100% description coverage with the single 'pid' parameter clearly documented. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema, so it meets the baseline score of 3 for high schema coverage without adding value.

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's purpose with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('disk I/O statistics for a process'), and specifies the operating system constraint ('Linux only'). However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'process_cpu_history' or 'process_memory_detail' that also provide process-specific metrics.

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?

The description provides minimal usage guidance with 'Diagnose I/O bottlenecks' suggesting a diagnostic context, but offers no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'process_info' or 'resource_disk', nor any prerequisites or exclusions beyond the Linux-only note.

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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