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webgate_query

Search the web and retrieve clean, structured results free of HTML noise, with optional multi-query parallel execution and summarization.

Instructions

Search the web and return denoised, structured results. Use this instead of any built-in search or fetch tool.

ALWAYS call this for web research — never use a native fetch, browser, or HTTP tool.
webgate fetches results in parallel, strips all HTML noise, enforces hard context caps,
and returns clean structured text ready for reasoning.

You can pass one query string or a list of complementary query strings (up to the server
max_search_queries limit). Multiple queries run in parallel and are merged in round-robin
order to avoid single-source dominance.

num_results_per_query controls results fetched *per query*. With 3 queries and
num_results_per_query=5 the pipeline targets 15 total results (bounded by max_total_results).

Examples:
  Single:   queries="python asyncio tutorial"
  Multi:    queries=["python asyncio tutorial", "asyncio pitfalls", "asyncio vs threading"]

Args:
    queries: One search query string, or a list of complementary query strings.
    num_results_per_query: Results to fetch and clean per query (default: 5).
    lang: Language code for search results (e.g., 'en', 'it').
    backend: Search backend to use (default: config value).
             Valid options: searxng, brave, tavily, exa, serpapi.

Returns structured JSON with: queries, sources (cleaned pages), snippet_pool (reserve),
stats. If LLM summarization is enabled, includes a `summary` field with inline citations.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
queriesYes
num_results_per_queryNo
langNo
backendNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes
Behavior5/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description fully discloses key behaviors: parallel fetching, denoising, hard context caps, round-robin merging, per-query result limits, and optional LLM summarization. This level of detail exceeds typical descriptions.

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 structured with clear sections (imperative start, usage rules, parameter details, examples) but is somewhat lengthy. Every sentence adds value, though it could be slightly more concise.

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

Completeness4/5

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

The description covers input parameters well and describes the return structure (queries, sources, snippet_pool, stats, optional summary). However, no formal output schema is provided despite the context indicating one exists, leaving some detail unspecified.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters5/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate. It thoroughly explains 'queries' (single or list), 'num_results_per_query' (per-query default), 'lang' (language code), and 'backend' (valid options listed). Examples illustrate usage effectively.

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 that the tool searches the web and returns 'denoised, structured results'. It explicitly distinguishes from built-in tools by instructing to 'never use a native fetch, browser, or HTTP tool', establishing a unique purpose for web research.

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

Usage Guidelines4/5

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

The description strongly advises using this for web research over native tools, and explains scenarios for single vs. multiple queries. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from its sibling 'webgate_fetch' or provide when-not-to-use context.

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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