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Take a snapshot of the current page state, returning a PNG screenshot for browsers or JSON for filesystem, enabling visual verification in browser automation.

Instructions

Capture current state (JSON for filesystem, PNG screenshot for browser)

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
driverYesDriver alias
session_idYesSession ID
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are present, so the description must carry the full burden. It only mentions output formats but does not disclose side effects, permissions, or whether the snapshot is destructive or read-only.

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 concise sentence, front-loaded with the verb. However, it could be slightly more structured to explain the driver dependency.

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?

Given the conditional output (JSON vs PNG) based on driver, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It does not specify which driver values lead to which format or potential errors.

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%, and the description adds no additional meaning beyond what is already in the schema (driver alias, session ID). Baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 captures the current state and mentions output formats (JSON for filesystem, PNG for browser), but it does not distinguish from sibling tools like 'current' which might also return state.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'current' or 'read', and lacks any when-not-to-use or prerequisite information.

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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