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Input text into the focused field on a device. Supports iOS, Android, desktop, and TV platforms with optional delay between characters.

Instructions

Type text in the focused field.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
sessionNoAgent-device session name.
platformNoPlatform selector used to resolve a device.
deviceTargetNoDevice target form. Maps to the CLI --target flag.
targetNoAlias for deviceTarget on commands without a UI target field. Interaction commands reserve target for the UI element.
deviceNoDevice name selector.
udidNoiOS device UDID selector.
serialNoAndroid serial selector.
iosSimulatorDeviceSetNoiOS simulator device-set path used for device resolution.
androidDeviceAllowlistNoAndroid serial allowlist used for device resolution.
daemonBaseUrlNoRemote daemon base URL.
daemonAuthTokenNoRemote daemon auth token.
tenantNoRemote tenant identifier.
runIdNoLease run identifier.
leaseIdNoExisting lease identifier.
cwdNoWorking directory for command execution.
debugNoEnable debug diagnostics.
textYesText to type.
delayMsNoDelay between typed characters.
stateDirNoAgent-device state directory.
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden but only states the basic action. It doesn't disclose how typing works (keystrokes, character delay, special keys), error scenarios, or implications for the UI.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single sentence with no extraneous words, but it is too sparse. It sacrifices necessary context for brevity, making it less helpful.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness1/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given 19 parameters and no output schema, the description is severely lacking. It does not explain parameter usage, return values, or behavioral details. The tool is complex but the description is minimal.

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 description coverage is 100%, so parameters are already documented. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action (type text) and the target (focused field). It distinguishes from siblings like click, press, swipe, but could be more specific to differentiate from fill.

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 vs alternatives. Siblings like fill may have overlapping functionality, but no context is provided to disambiguate. Prerequisites (e.g., focused field) are implied but not stated.

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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