get_v1_media_oembed
Retrieve media and user information from an Instagram post URL using oEmbed.
Instructions
[GET /v1/media/oembed] Media Oembed
Return info about media and user from post URL
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes |
Retrieve media and user information from an Instagram post URL using oEmbed.
[GET /v1/media/oembed] Media Oembed
Return info about media and user from post URL
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations exist, so the description must fully disclose behavioral traits. It mentions returning info but omits whether it is a read operation, authentication needs, rate limits, or side effects. The description is insufficient for safe invocation.
Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.
Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?
The description is short (two sentences) but includes an unnecessary endpoint identifier and title. It could be more concise while adding value. Structure is acceptable for a simple tool.
Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
Given no output schema, the description should hint at return structure. It vaguely mentions 'info about media and user' without specifics on fields, pagination, or error handling. The tool's simplicity slightly mitigates the gaps.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 0%, meaning the description should add meaning beyond the field names. The description says 'from post URL' but does not specify URL format, required scheme, or provide examples. The single required parameter lacks semantic depth.
Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.
Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?
The description states 'Return info about media and user from post URL', clearly indicating the tool retrieves embedded information. However, it does not differentiate from other media-related sibling tools like get_v1_media_by_url, which may also return similar data.
Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.
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. With many sibling tools for media retrieval, the lack of usage context forces agents to guess the appropriate scenario.
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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