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cancel_scrape_job

Cancel an active or pending scraping job to stop runaway scraping or adjust parameters.

Instructions

Cancel an active or pending scraping job

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
job_idYesThe unique identifier of the scraping job to cancel. Get this from the response of scrape_documentation or get_scraping_status.
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It only states it cancels active or pending jobs but does not disclose whether cancellation is irreversible, what happens to partial data, or any side effects. Minimal behavioral detail.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise with a single clear sentence. It is well-structured and front-loaded. While little information is present, it is efficiently conveyed.

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 cancellation tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is moderately complete. It lacks details on expected outcomes or error states, but covers the basic action.

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 input schema has 100% coverage with a detailed description for job_id, explaining its source. The main description adds no further parameter info, but the schema already suffices. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 verb 'Cancel' and the resource 'scraping job' with scope 'active or pending'. It effectively conveys the tool's purpose, though it does not differentiate from sibling tools like stopping via other means.

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 explicit guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., waiting for completion or checking status with get_scraping_status). The description lacks contextual cues for appropriate usage.

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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