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Screaming Frog SEO Spider MCP Server

delete_crawl

DestructiveIdempotent

Permanently remove a crawl from the Screaming Frog database to free disk space. Deletes crawl data by its database ID, with no undo.

Instructions

Delete a crawl from Screaming Frog's internal database to free disk space.

Args: db_id: The Database ID from list_crawls

WARNING: This permanently deletes the crawl data. It cannot be undone.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
db_idYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior5/5

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

The description explicitly warns that data is permanently deleted and cannot be undone, which goes beyond the annotations (destructiveHint=true). There is 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 extremely concise, using three sentences to state purpose, argument, and warning. No redundant information.

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?

For a simple tool with one parameter, the description covers purpose, argument source, and critical behavior (permanent deletion). It is fully adequate.

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

Parameters5/5

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

With 0% schema description coverage, the description explains the parameter 'db_id' and tells the agent to obtain it from list_crawls, adding essential meaning for correct invocation.

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 'delete' and the resource 'crawl', and it distinguishes from sibling tools like list_crawls, export_crawl, etc., by focusing on removal to free disk space.

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?

It provides a clear prerequisite (db_id from list_crawls) and a strong warning about permanence. It doesn't explicitly state alternatives, but the action is so specific that misuse is unlikely.

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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