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

With no annotations, the description carries the behavioral burden. It clearly states the operation is permanent ('Permanently remove') and describes the consequence ('The link stops working for everyone holding it'). This goes beyond the schema and gives the agent a realistic expectation of the side effects, though it doesn't mention any other side effects or authorization requirements.

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 concise sentences with no filler. It front-loads the core action ('Permanently remove') and then provides the essential effect and condition. Every sentence earns its place without redundancy.

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?

For a simple destructive tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is fully sufficient. It explains what the tool does, the consequence, and when to use it. Nothing an agent needs to correctly invoke this tool is missing.

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?

The input schema already documents the single 'id' parameter with 100% coverage, and the description adds nothing beyond that. The baseline of 3 applies because the schema fully handles parameter documentation; no additional compensation is needed.

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 'Permanently remove a stored dashboard' states a specific verb (remove) and resource (dashboard), and clarifies it is permanent and affects the link for all holders. This clearly distinguishes it from sibling deletion tools like delete_alert_rule or delete_api_test, which target different resources.

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 gives an explicit condition: 'Only call this when the user has asked for the dashboard to be removed.' This tells the agent when to invoke the tool. It doesn't mention alternatives (e.g., update_dashboard for modifications), but for a delete operation the condition is clear and unambiguous.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.