recipe_crud_update_many

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

No annotations are present, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits such as authentication requirements, whether the operation is atomic, or what the response contains. The tool name implies mutation, but details are absent.

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 concise (two words plus URL), but this brevity sacrifices necessary detail. It does not convey purpose beyond the name, making it under-specified rather than efficiently concise.

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 the input schema (many nested objects) and the lack of output schema, the description is completely inadequate. It does not explain what happens after the update, any constraints, or side effects, leaving the agent with insufficient context.

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 only parameter is a 'body' array of Recipe-Input objects, which is documented in the schema but not in the description. Schema coverage is 0% because the description adds no parameter explanation. The description provides no value 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 name 'recipe_crud_update_many' and description 'Update Many [PUT /api/recipes]' clearly indicate a bulk update operation on recipes. However, the description merely restates the name without adding specificity about what is updated or how, leaving it minimally informative.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'patch_many' or 'recipe_crud_update_one'. The description lacks any context for decision-making.

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