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activate_window

Brings any window to the foreground by its ID, enabling direct keyboard input and actions without prior element interaction.

Instructions

Bring a window to the foreground.

Element-scoped actions (click, set_value, select_text, etc.) bring
their window to focus automatically — you rarely need this.  Use it
when you need to type_text or press_key in a window without first
clicking an element in it (e.g. sending a keyboard shortcut to a
window you haven't interacted with yet in this task).

Args:
    window_id: The window ID to activate (from windows()).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
window_idYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior4/5

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

No annotations provided, so description carries burden. It transparently describes the action and its typical use case, but lacks details on behavior in edge cases like minimized windows.

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?

Concise, front-loaded with the core purpose, and uses only necessary sentences. No wasted words.

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

Completeness4/5

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

Simple tool with one parameter and output schema present. Description covers the main effect and usage context, but does not mention return value; however, output schema exists and obviates need.

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?

With 0% schema coverage, the description adds essential meaning: 'The window ID to activate (from windows())', specifying the source of the value, which fully compensates for the lack of schema descriptions.

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?

The description clearly states 'Bring a window to the foreground' and distinguishes from sibling tools by explaining that element-scoped actions automate this, so it's only needed for keyboard actions without clicks.

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 (for type_text/press_key without clicking) and when not (rarely, since element-scoped actions already focus). Provides clear alternative context.

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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