Qlik MCP Server

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It discloses that this is a deletion operation (destructive) and specifies it's cloud-only, but lacks details on permissions required, irreversible effects, error handling, or rate limits. The description adds some context but is incomplete for a destructive tool.

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 appropriately sized and front-loaded with the core purpose, followed by cloud-only note and parameter details. The example is helpful but could be integrated more seamlessly; overall, it avoids unnecessary verbosity.

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 this is a destructive tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is moderately complete. It covers purpose and cloud limitation but lacks details on behavioral aspects like confirmation prompts, return values, or error cases, leaving gaps for an agent to operate safely.

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 description coverage is 100%, with the schema fully documenting the single parameter 'alertId' as 'Alert ID to delete.' The description repeats this information without adding extra meaning (e.g., format, sourcing, or constraints), so it meets the baseline of 3 when schema coverage is high.

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 specific action ('Delete') and target resource ('a Qlik Cloud data alert'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like qlik_alert_get (retrieve) and qlik_alert_list (list). It avoids tautology by not merely restating the tool name.

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 provides explicit context with 'Cloud-only feature - Not available for on-premise deployments,' which helps determine when to use this tool. However, it does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives like qlik_alert_trigger or provide exclusions beyond the cloud limitation.

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