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adelaidasofia

instagram-mcp

account_info

Retrieve a live snapshot of any Instagram account's profile, including username, name, followers, and media count. Get key account metrics in one request.

Instructions

Live profile snapshot for one account: username, name, followers, media count, etc.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
accountNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description bears full responsibility. It states 'Live profile snapshot' implying real-time data but does not disclose authentication needs, rate limits, or side effects. It lacks any behavioral context beyond the basic function.

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 a single sentence that front-loads the key purpose and data fields. Every word earns its place; no unnecessary content.

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 output schema exists, return values are covered. However, the parameter semantics are missing, and there is no usage guidance or transparency. For a simple read tool with one parameter, the description is minimally adequate but has clear gaps.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has one parameter 'account' with no description (0% coverage). The tool description does not explain how to specify the account (e.g., by ID or username) or the meaning of null/default. This is insufficient for an agent to correctly populate the parameter.

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 it retrieves a live profile snapshot for one account, listing specific fields like username, name, followers, media count. It is a specific verb-resource combination and distinguishes from siblings like list_accounts and get_profile by specifying 'live' and the data fields.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. No mention of prerequisites, limitations, or exclusions. The description only states what it does, not when to choose it over sibling tools like get_profile or business_discovery.

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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