alert_acknowledge

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

No annotations provided, but description includes [WRITE] tag, risk level, and behaviors like auto-handling ETag and capturing prior state. However, it lacks details on permissions or side effects.

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?

Extremely concise with no wasted words. Uses a clear front-loaded format with tags and structured args section.

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?

Adequately covers purpose and parameters for a simple tool with 2 inputs and no output schema. Additional info on return values or error cases would improve completeness.

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 coverage is 0%, and the description adds meaningful context for both parameters: alert_ext_id source and target default behavior, going beyond the bare 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?

Clearly states 'Acknowledge an alert' with specific verb and resource. Distinguished from siblings like alert_list and alert_resolve by its action and auto-handle ETag detail.

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?

Provides context for arguments (e.g., alert_ext_id from alert_list) but does not explicitly compare to sibling tools like alert_resolve or advise when not to use.

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