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instagram-mcp

by lupikovoleg

download_profile_highlights

Retrieve Instagram profile highlights, with optional filtering by title.

Instructions

Download highlights for a profile, optionally filtered by title.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
targetYes
title_filterNo
limit_highlightsNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

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 action. It does not disclose side effects, authentication needs, rate limits, or what 'download' entails (e.g., file vs URL). The minimal text adds little beyond the tool name.

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 sentence with no wasted words, making it easy to parse. However, it may be too concise, omitting necessary details for full understanding.

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?

Despite having an output schema, the description fails to explain input parameters adequately or specify return behavior. Given 3 parameters (1 required) and 0% schema documentation, the description is insufficient for complete tool understanding.

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

Parameters2/5

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

Schema coverage is 0% and description only implicitly explains 'title_filter' via 'filtered by title'. Parameters 'target' and 'limit_highlights' are unexplained, leaving their meaning ambiguous.

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 tool downloads highlights for a profile with an optional title filter. However, it does not differentiate from the sibling tool 'get_profile_highlights', which likely has a similar purpose.

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 usage guidance is provided. The description does not specify when to use this tool instead of alternatives like 'get_profile_highlights', nor does it mention prerequisites or context.

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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