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abort-actor-run

DestructiveIdempotent

Abort a running or starting Actor run to stop it from continuing, useful for terminating misconfigured or long-running tasks.

Instructions

Abort an Actor run that is currently starting or running. For runs with status FINISHED, FAILED, ABORTING, or TIMED-OUT, this call has no effect. The results will include the updated run details after the abort request.

USAGE:

  • Use when you need to stop a run that is taking too long or misconfigured.

USAGE EXAMPLES:

  • user_input: Abort run y2h7sK3Wc

  • user_input: Gracefully abort run y2h7sK3Wc

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
runIdYesThe ID of the Actor run to abort.
gracefullyNoIf true, the Actor run will abort gracefully with a 30-second timeout.
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already indicate destructiveHint=true and idempotentHint=true. The description adds behavioral context: no effect on certain statuses, returns updated run details, and mentions graceful abort with a timeout. No contradiction with 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?

The description is concise with no fluff: two sentences of core purpose, a usage line, and two examples. It is front-loaded with the primary action.

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?

Given no output schema and moderate complexity, the description covers when to use, when it has no effect, and provides examples. It could mention potential side effects, but overall it is sufficiently complete.

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

Parameters4/5

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

Schema coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents both parameters. The description adds value by explaining the graceful parameter in usage examples, providing context beyond the schema.

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 action ('Abort') and the resource ('Actor run') with conditions on when it applies (starting or running). It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'get-actor-run' and 'call-actor' by focusing on termination, not retrieval or execution.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description explicitly states when to use ('stop a run that is taking too long or misconfigured') and when not to use (for runs with status FINISHED, FAILED, ABORTING, or TIMED-OUT). It lacks explicit mention of alternatives, but the context is clear enough.

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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