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Lightdash MCP Server

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delete-chart

Delete a saved chart from a Lightdash project. Use this tool to remove outdated or incorrect charts, but note that deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

Instructions

Delete a saved chart from the project.

Warning: This is a destructive operation and cannot be undone.

When to use:

  • To remove outdated or incorrect charts

  • To clean up test/development charts

  • Before recreating a chart with the same name (delete old, create new)

Important notes:

  • Charts still referenced on dashboards will show as broken/missing after deletion

  • Consider checking which dashboards use this chart before deleting (use get-dashboard-tiles)

  • For modifying existing charts, use update-chart instead of delete + recreate

Accepts: Either chart UUID or chart name (will search for exact match)

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
chart_identifierYesChart name (exact match) or UUID to delete
Behavior5/5

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

Warns that operation is destructive and irreversible, and that dashboard references will break. Suggests checking dependencies beforehand. No annotations exist, so description carries full burden and handles it well.

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?

Well-structured with separate sections for warning, usage, notes, and accepted input. Front-loaded with purpose. Every sentence is informative, no redundancy.

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?

Covers all relevant aspects: destructive nature, dependencies, alternatives, input types, and consequences. No output schema needed for delete; description is sufficient.

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 coverage is 100% with parameter description. Description adds clarification that name search is exact match, but largely reinforces schema. Minor added value above baseline.

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 'Delete a saved chart from the project' with specific verb and resource. Distinguishes from sibling tools like update-chart.

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?

Provides explicit when-to-use scenarios (outdated charts, test cleanup, recreation) and when not (modifications, recommends update-chart). Also advises checking dashboard dependencies.

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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