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moodle_download_file

Download a Moodle file activity (PDF, slides) to your local disk using the activity URL. Returns the saved path, name, MIME type, and size.

Instructions

Download a Moodle file activity (PDF, slides, ...) to local disk.

url is the activity URL from moodle_course (kind "Arquivo"/"Resource"). Saves into directory (default: $HEIDY_DOWNLOAD_DIR or ./downloads) and returns the saved path, name, MIME type and size. Files up to 10 MB.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
urlYes
directoryNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior3/5

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. Discloses saving to local disk, default directory, return fields, and size limit, but lacks details on permissions, error handling, or overwrite behavior.

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?

Three concise sentences that front-load the action, then explain parameters and constraints with no unnecessary words.

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?

Covers input parameters and behavior well, output schema handles return values. However, missing error scenarios, prerequisites like login, and file accessibility considerations. Mostly complete given complexity.

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 has 0% description coverage, but the description adds meaningful context: explains url is from moodle_course with specific kind, and directory has a default fallback, significantly enhancing clarity.

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?

Clearly states the tool downloads a Moodle file activity, specifies file types (PDF, slides), and mentions the URL source from moodle_course, distinguishing it from sibling tools like moodle_activity and moodle_course.

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?

Provides clear context on when to use (url from moodle_course with kind 'Arquivo'/'Resource') and a file size limit, but does not explicitly state when not to use or mention alternatives.

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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