Fetch web
web_fetchFetch a web page by URL and return its cleaned readable content, stripping ads, popups and navigation. Needs an account
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | The URL to fetch |
web_fetchFetch a web page by URL and return its cleaned readable content, stripping ads, popups and navigation. Needs an account
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | The URL to fetch |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description discloses meaningful behavioral traits beyond the sparse annotations: it returns cleaned content, strips ads/popups/navigation, and requires an account. It does not mention failure modes or edge cases, but for a simple fetch tool this is reasonable disclosure.
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 two short sentences with no filler, front-loading the primary action and immediately covering output behavior and a key prerequisite. Every word adds value.
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 the tool's low complexity, one fully documented parameter, and lack of output schema, the description sufficiently covers purpose, output nature, and auth requirement. It could mention web_search as the alternative for finding URLs, but that is not essential to basic usage.
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 100% with a single url parameter, so the schema already documents the parameter fully. The description repeats 'by URL' without adding format, protocol details, or usage nuances beyond the schema.
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 clearly states the tool fetches a web page by URL and returns cleaned readable content, which distinguishes it from sibling tools like web_search. It names the specific verb, resource, and transformation performed.
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?
The description implies usage when you have a specific URL to fetch, especially given the sibling web_search tool for finding pages, but it does not explicitly mention alternatives or state when not to use this tool. The account requirement adds context but no direct comparison to other tools.
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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Every tool is prefixed with a clear domain (e.g., apps_, blog_, transit_), and the suffix identifies a distinct action or resource. Overlapping tools like archive_search and news_search are explicitly differentiated in their descriptions.
All tools consistently use a domain_prefix_suffix pattern, but the suffix is sometimes a verb (create, list, search) and sometimes a noun (inbox, status, address). This minor mixing prevents a perfect score but remains predictable and readable.
With 113 tools, the count is far beyond the typical well-scoped range, even for a broad personal assistant. While each tool is distinct and serves a purpose, the sheer number is overwhelming and could be better organized into separate domain-specific servers.
Each domain has near-complete lifecycle coverage, including CRUD and search where relevant, with only minor gaps such as missing apps_delete or events_update. The wide range of covered domains itself demonstrates strong completeness for a general assistant.