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scroll_to_top

Jump to the top of the current page and reset the scroll position. Use it when an agent needs to return to the start before reading or interacting.

Instructions

Scroll to the top of the page. Returns confirmation. When to use: to return to the beginning of the page or reset scroll position. Related: scroll_to_bottom (jump to end), scroll (scroll by specific amount), read_page (read content after scrolling). Multi-agent: agent-scoped tabs; cross-agent reject with TAB_NOT_OWNED; cap configurable (default 8, 1-64). Pass tab_id only when this agent owns multiple tabs; auto-resolves otherwise. RETURNS change_report: when this tool runs, the response includes a change_report field with a compact diff of what the action mutated (URL, dialogs_opened, nodes_added, nodes_removed, attrs_changed, inputs_changed, focus_shift). Use this to learn the consequence without calling read_page next. If the report exceeds the size cap, change_report.truncated:true and change_report_hint are set; call read_page for the full state.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
clientYesAllowlisted client label. Validated against the shared v0.9.36 server/extension allowlist (see mcp/src/tools/visual-session.ts -- MCP_VISUAL_CLIENT_LABELS). Required.
tab_idNoOptional. Tab id this action targets. Omit when the calling agent owns exactly one tab; pass to disambiguate when the agent owns multiple. Single-tab agents and legacy popup/sidepanel/autopilot do not need to pass this.
is_finalNoWhen true, the visual session clears immediately after this tool resolves. Optional (default false).
visual_reasonYesShort human-readable reason shown in the overlay (for example, "Logging in to GitHub"). Required.

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv0.1.0

TDQS

A4.6/5.0
Behavior5/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden and does so: it discloses multi-agent tab scoping, the TAB_NOT_OWNED rejection, the configurable tab cap (default 8, range 1-64), and the change_report return payload with its exact fields and truncation behavior. This is unusually rich for a scroll tool.

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

Conciseness4/5

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

Front-loaded with the core action and the when-to-use guidance before the longer multi-agent and change_report details. The change_report paragraph is verbose but each clause (truncation flag, hint field, fallback to read_page) conveys distinct actionable 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?

Despite having no output schema and no annotations, the description fully covers return values (change_report fields, truncation) and the cross-agent authorization model. Nothing an agent needs to invoke or interpret the result is missing.

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 coverage is 100%, so all four parameters are already documented in the schema, which sets the baseline at 3. The description restates tab_id resolution logic ('pass only when this agent owns multiple tabs; auto-resolves otherwise') but adds no syntax or format detail beyond what the schema provides.

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?

States a specific verb+resource ('Scroll to the top of the page') and immediately names the related siblings it must not be confused with (scroll_to_bottom, scroll, read_page). An agent can select it correctly without opening any schema.

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

Usage Guidelines5/5

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

Explicit 'When to use' clause ('return to the beginning of the page or reset scroll position') plus a Related list that distinguishes each alternative by its behavior. No inference required.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.