Plan Object Update

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

No annotations exist. The description implies mutation via 'update' but does not disclose authentication requirements, side effects, rate limits, or other behavioral details beyond the basic operation.

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?

A single concise sentence with no filler, front-loading the key operation. However, it could be slightly expanded to improve clarity without becoming verbose.

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?

With 8 parameters, 2 required, no output schema, and many sibling tools, the brief description fails to explain the tool's role in the planning lifecycle, what 'Plan' means, or how source adapters are used.

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 high (88%), and the description adds minimal meaning beyond the schema—it mentions 'OpenAPI-backed' and 'named source adapters' but does not elaborate on parameter usage or constraints.

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 states 'Plan OpenAPI-backed object update with named source adapters,' which conveys the verb (update) and resource (objects) but lacks specificity on which objects or how it differs from siblings like dl_plan_object_create.

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 such as dl_plan_object_create or dl_plan_guarded_dataset_update. The description does not mention exclusions or typical scenarios.

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