search_index_index_drop

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

The description says 'delete an index entirely' which implies a destructive operation, but no annotations are provided. Without annotations, the description should detail side effects, reversibility, required permissions, or impact on other tools. It does not offer such behavioral context.

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 a single sentence, which is concise but lacks structure. There is no break-down of parameters, return values, or examples. While it wastes no words, it sacrifices necessary detail.

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 destructive nature and single parameter, the description fails to explain what an 'index' is in this context, what happens after deletion, or how the output schema might signal success/failure. It also does not help differentiate from similar deletion tools in the sibling list.

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 no parameter descriptions in the schema. The description does not mention the 'name' parameter at all, leaving the user uncertain about what value to provide (e.g., index ID, name, path). It adds no value beyond the schema's bare existence.

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 action ('Delete') and the resource ('an index entirely'). The prefix [search_index] and the verb 'drop' align with sibling tools like search_index_index_create, distinguishing it effectively.

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives like search_index_index_delete_doc (which deletes a document, not the entire index). The description lacks any context on prerequisites, common use cases, or scenarios to avoid.

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