acq_stop
Stops an oscilloscope acquisition immediately. Use to interrupt a long capture or reset the instrument.
Instructions
Stop acquisition (disruptive).
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| args | Yes | ||
| kwargs | Yes |
Stops an oscilloscope acquisition immediately. Use to interrupt a long capture or reset the instrument.
Stop acquisition (disruptive).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| args | Yes | ||
| kwargs | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations are absent, so description must disclose behavior. 'Disruptive' hints at forceful stop but lacks specifics on side effects, data loss, or safety. No mention of permissions or reversibility.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
Extremely brief but at the cost of completeness. Single sentence lacks structure, no front-loading of key information, and omits essential details.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given 2 required parameters with no documentation, no output schema, and minimal description, the tool is severely under-specified. Agent cannot reliably invoke it.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema has generic parameters 'args' and 'kwargs' with no descriptions (0% coverage). Description does not explain what these parameters do or how to use them, failing to add any meaning.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
Description clearly states 'Stop acquisition', which is a specific verb+resource. The parenthetical '(disruptive)' adds a behavioral hint. However, it does not differentiate from siblings like 'acq_force' which might also stop an acquisition.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
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 like 'acq_force' or 'acq_run'. No context about prerequisites or typical scenarios.
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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