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Click or tap an element on an iPhone in Safari using CSS, XPath, or text selectors.

Instructions

Click/tap an element. by is one of css, xpath, text.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
byNocss
selectorYes
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It does not disclose behavioral traits such as whether the element is scrolled into view, what happens if the element is not found, or whether the action triggers navigation or events. This leaves the agent guessing.

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?

The description is a single, front-loaded sentence with no filler. It is concise and easy to scan, though it could be slightly more detailed without becoming verbose.

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

Completeness2/5

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

For a simple tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description should still clarify how it differs from the sibling 'tap' tool and what happens on failure or when the element is not clickable. These gaps make it less than complete for an agent.

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?

The description adds meaning for 'by' by listing allowed values (css, xpath, text), which the schema does not constrain with enums. However, it does not explain 'selector' beyond its name, and with 0% schema coverage, more detail would be expected to fully compensate.

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 'Click/tap an element' with a specific verb and resource. It provides some additional detail about the 'by' parameter but does not distinguish this tool from the sibling 'tap' tool, which appears to be a near-synonym.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool vs. alternatives like 'tap' or 'type_text'. The description only mentions the parameter format, not the appropriate context or exclusions.

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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