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List Vlan_groups

netbox_list_vlan_groups
Read-onlyIdempotent

List VLAN groups from NetBox with pagination and filtering. Supports filters for name, slug, scope type, tags, and creation date to narrow results.

Instructions

List groupings of VLANs (enforce vid uniqueness within a scope) from NetBox.

Supports pagination and filtering. Common patterns:

  • Discovery: call with no filters to browse the first vlan_groups.

  • Lookup by id: use netbox_get_vlan_group instead when you already have an id.

  • Narrow scan: combine 'q' (fuzzy text) with resource-specific filters below.

Pagination:

  • 'limit' (max 1000, default 50) and 'offset'. Response includes 'has_more' and 'next_offset'.

  • Large list responses auto-truncate to keep under the character limit; keep calling with next_offset to continue.

Resource-specific filters:

  • name:

  • slug:

  • scope_type: e.g. 'dcim.site', 'dcim.location', 'virtualization.cluster'.

  • scope_id:

Universal filters:

  • q (string) Fuzzy text search across searchable fields.

  • tag (string[]) AND-filter by tag slugs.

  • created_after (date) ISO-8601 lower bound on 'created'.

  • created_before (date) ISO-8601 upper bound on 'created'.

Returns: Markdown summary (default) or JSON with shape: { total, count, offset, limit, items: [...], has_more, next_offset? }

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
qNoFuzzy full-text search across the object's searchable fields (name, description, etc.).
tagNoFilter to objects that have ALL of these tag slugs. Repeat for multiple tags (AND semantics in NetBox).
nameNo
slugNo
limitNoMaximum number of items to return per page (1-1000, default 50).
offsetNoNumber of items to skip for pagination. Use next_offset from a previous response.
scope_idNo
scope_typeNoe.g. 'dcim.site', 'dcim.location', 'virtualization.cluster'.
created_afterNoISO-8601 date; only return objects created on or after this date (e.g. 2024-01-01).
created_beforeNoISO-8601 date; only return objects created on or before this date.
response_formatNoOutput format: 'markdown' (default, human-readable) or 'json' (full structured payload). Use 'json' when chaining follow-up tool calls.markdown
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, openWorldHint, and non-destructive. The description goes beyond by specifying pagination behavior (auto-truncation, has_more, next_offset) and return format details. This adds transparency beyond the annotations.

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-organized with sections for purpose, pagination, filters, and returns. Front-loaded with core purpose. Every sentence is informative and necessary. No 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?

Despite no output schema, the description fully defines the response shape including fields like total, count, offset, limit, items, has_more, next_offset. Covers pagination, filters, and return format options. Complete for a list tool.

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?

Schema description coverage is 73%, close to the high threshold. The description groups parameters into resource-specific and universal filters, and provides usage examples, but does not add substantial semantic detail beyond what the schema already provides. Score at baseline.

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 the verb 'List' and the resource 'groupings of VLANs (enforce vid uniqueness within a scope) from NetBox.' It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like netbox_get_vlan_group by recommending using that tool for single id lookups, and from netbox_list_vlans by specifying it lists VLAN groups.

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?

Provides explicit common patterns: discovery with no filters, lookup by id (recommends alternative tool), and narrow scan with filters. Also details pagination usage with limit/offset and next_offset, giving clear when-to-use and how-to-use guidance.

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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