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navigate_and_snapshot

Navigate to any URL, optionally wait for specific text, then capture a page snapshot—all in a single automated step to streamline browser testing.

Instructions

Navigate to a URL and return the page snapshot. Combines navigate + wait + snapshot into one call.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
tabIdYesTab ID from create_tab
urlYesFull URL to navigate to
waitForTextNoOptional text to wait for before taking snapshot
timeoutNoWait timeout in ms
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It mentions waiting for text and taking a snapshot, but does not disclose what the snapshot contains (e.g., HTML, screenshot), whether there are side effects, or the return format. Significant gaps remain.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded and efficient. Every word adds value, with no redundancy or filler.

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 explains the purpose and combined actions but lacks detail on the return value (snapshot format) and any side effects. Given no output schema, more context would be beneficial, but the basics are covered.

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 baseline is 3. The description does not add extra meaning beyond the schema; 'wait' is mentioned but without elaboration on parameters like waitForText or timeout.

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 the tool navigates to a URL and returns a page snapshot, using specific verbs and resource. It distinguishes itself from siblings like 'navigate' and 'snapshot' by noting it combines multiple actions into one call.

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

Usage Guidelines3/5

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

The description implies usage when needing a combined navigate-wait-snapshot operation, but it does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus calling the individual actions separately. No exclusions or alternatives are mentioned.

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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