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browser_find_element

Locate a web element on a page using specified locator strategy (id, CSS, XPath, etc.) with optional timeout. Supports reliable element selection for browser automation tasks.

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Find an element

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
byYesLocator strategy to find element
valueYesValue for the locator strategy
timeoutNoMaximum time to wait for element in milliseconds
Behavior1/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It does not explain the return value, error behavior, or what 'find' does (e.g., scroll, wait, highlight). The timeout parameter hints at waiting, but this is not mentioned.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness2/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

At only three words, the description is too brief and underspecified. While concise, it omits crucial details, making it ineffective rather than efficient.

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

Completeness1/5

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

For a tool with 3 parameters (including a timeout), no output schema, and no annotations, the description is grossly insufficient. It does not describe the return value, error conditions, or how it interacts with the browser context.

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?

Schema coverage is 100%, so the parameters are fully described in the schema. The description 'Find an element' adds no additional semantic value beyond the schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose2/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Find an element' is vague and does not differentiate from the sibling tool 'browser_find_elements' (plural). It lacks specificity about what finding entails (e.g., returning first element, throwing if not found).

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines1/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like browser_find_elements or browser_wait_for_element. No context on prerequisites or use cases.

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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