streamlabs_toggle_streaming

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden and discloses the dual toggle behavior. It also includes a cautionary instruction to confirm with the user, hinting at the potential impact of stopping a live stream. However, it does not mention specific side effects, permissions, or reversibility, but the confirmation instruction adds meaningful context.

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 two short sentences, front-loaded with the core action. Every word earns its place: the first sentence defines the behavior, the second provides a critical safety instruction. No redundancy or fluff.

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 simple toggle operation with no parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description covers the essential behavior and includes a confirmation requirement. It is sufficient for an agent to know when and how to invoke the tool, though it could optionally mention asynchronous behavior or potential delays.

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 tool has zero parameters, and the schema coverage is 100% (vacuously). According to the rubric, the baseline for 0 params is 4, and the description adds no parameter-related information because none is needed.

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 tool's function with a specific verb and resource: 'Start streaming if currently offline, or stop it if currently live.' It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like get_streaming_status (status check) and toggle_recording by explicitly describing the streaming toggle behavior.

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 explicitly instructs to 'Confirm with the user before calling this,' which is a clear usage guideline for a state-changing action. It implies when to use the tool (when the user wants to toggle streaming) but lacks explicit alternatives or exclusions, such as suggesting get_streaming_status to check the current state first.

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