desmume_start

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only states the action and parameters, omitting details such as whether the call blocks, whether it validates the ROM, whether it starts a background process, or what happens on failure. The word 'verified' is ambiguous and not explained.

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, focused sentence that leads with the verb and includes only necessary information. There is no redundant or filler content, and it is appropriately front-loaded.

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 startup tool with three parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is too sparse to be operationally complete. It does not explain the launch behavior, return values, or how to verify a successful start—critical details for an agent to use it correctly in a debugging workflow.

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 description adds meaning for 'rom' (local ROM) and 'arm9GdbPort' (ARM9 GDB port), but leaves 'launcher' unexplained beyond the tool name. With 0% schema coverage, the description partially compensates but does not fully clarify all parameters, especially the required 'launcher' field.

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 (Start), the resource (verified DeSmuME debug launcher), and the key parameters (one local ROM, ARM9 GDB port). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like desmume_stop and desmume_status, which handle different lifecycle stages.

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 this is the entry point for a debug session but does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives, nor does it mention any prerequisites or exclusions. The context suggests use before other desmume_* lifecycle tools, but that guidance is not spelled out.

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