Update multiple household cookbooks at once by submitting their IDs and changed fields, such as name, description, visibility, and query filter.
Update Many [PUT /api/households/cookbooks]
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| body | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.2.11Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided. The description does not disclose behavioral traits such as whether updates are atomic, require specific permissions, or have side effects. Essential safety information is missing.
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 extremely short (two lines including the endpoint), but this brevity comes at the cost of essential details. It is under-specified, making it minimally useful.
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 complexity of a bulk update with an array of objects, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is severely lacking. It does not explain return behavior, error handling, or constraints.
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 has 0% description coverage, and the description adds no meaning to parameters. The schema itself is detailed but without contextual explanation of fields like 'queryFilterString' or 'position', it is insufficient for an agent.
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 'Update Many' combined with the tool name clearly indicates a batch update operation for cookbooks. However, it lacks specificity about what fields can be updated or scope. It is not a tautology but is minimal.
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 'households_cookbooks_update_one'. There is no mention that it accepts an array of objects for bulk updates, leaving the agent to infer from the schema.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.