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ssh_delete

Delete a file or directory on a remote Linux server over SSH. Supports recursive deletion for directories.

Instructions

Delete a file or directory on the remote server.

Args: path: Path to delete. recursive: If true, delete directories recursively (rm -r). host: SSH host alias from config. Uses default if omitted.

Tool call template

Replace each placeholder with a value matching the input schema. Only required parameters are included; add optional parameters as needed.

{
  "id": 1,
  "jsonrpc": "2.0",
  "method": "tools/call",
  "params": {
    "arguments": {
      "path": "<path>"
    },
    "name": "ssh_delete"
  }
}

Input Schema

Name	Required	Description	Default
`path`	Yes
`recursive`	No
`host`	No

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

First observedv1.0.0Jun 21, 2026

TDQS

A3.7/5.0

Behavior3/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It mentions the destructive nature of deletion and explains recursive behavior (rm -r), but does not discuss permissions, error handling, or consequences beyond that.

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?

The description is very concise, front-loaded with the main purpose, and organized cleanly into an Args section. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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

Completeness3/5

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

The description covers the basic purpose and parameters but lacks information on return values, error states, or safety notes for a destructive SSH operation. With no output schema, more completeness would be beneficial.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description adds meaningful context to all three parameters: path, recursive (explains its effect with rm -r), and host (SSH host alias with default behavior). This compensates well for the lack of schema descriptions.

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?

The description clearly states 'Delete a file or directory on the remote server.' This uses a specific verb and resource, and distinguishes from sibling tools like ssh_move (move) and ssh_mkdir (create).

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?

The description provides parameter explanations but does not offer any guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives. No explicit when/when-not or comparison to siblings like ssh_move or ssh_upload.

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