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Confluence Cloud MCP Server

navigate_confluence

Explore page hierarchy, discover links, backlinks, and related pages. Returns tree views and relationship graphs.

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Navigate page hierarchy, discover links, backlinks, and related pages. Returns tree views and relationship graphs.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
operationYesNavigation operation
pageIdYesPage ID to navigate from (required)
depthNoTree depth (for tree operation, default 2, max 5)
maxNodesNoMaximum nodes to return (for tree, default 50)
expandNoAdditional data to include per page
Behavior3/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the burden. It states the output format (tree views, relationship graphs) but does not disclose whether operations are read-only, rate limits, or permission requirements. This is adequate but not thorough.

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 two sentences, front-loaded with the core verb and resource, and contains no extraneous information. Every word contributes to meaning.

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?

Given the complexity (5 parameters, 8 enum operations, no output schema), the description gives a high-level overview but lacks specifics about each operation's return data or behavior. It is minimally sufficient.

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 coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description does not add meaning beyond the schema; it merely echoes the concept of navigation. No parameter-specific elaboration.

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 tool's purpose: navigating page hierarchy, discovering links, backlinks, and related pages, with outputs of tree views and relationship graphs. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like search_confluence (for text search) and manage_confluence_page (for CRUD operations).

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 no guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives, no prerequisites, and no when-not-to-use indications. Users must infer from the name and description alone.

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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