modal_secret_create

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the fact of creation and gives no details about side effects, overwriting behavior (force parameter), error conditions, or required environment context. This is a significant gap for a tool that can overwrite secrets.

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 one short sentence with no fluff, which is efficient. However, it is arguably under-specified rather than genuinely concise, but it does contain a clear verb and object, so it earns a slightly above-average score.

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 the tool's complexity (4 parameters, no output schema, no annotations), the description is severely incomplete. It lacks context on how to use keyValues, what force does, environment handling, and expected outcomes. The tool needs more behavioral context to be safely invoked.

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 all four parameters described. The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, so the baseline score of 3 applies. The description does not explain how parameters interact or provide examples, but the schema is sufficient.

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 'Create a new secret.' simply restates the tool name (modal_secret_create) without adding any distinguishing scope or details. It does indicate the action and resource, but it is essentially a tautology, providing no value beyond the name itself.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. While the verb 'create' implies usage, there are no explicit conditions, prerequisites, or comparisons with sibling tools such as modal_secret_list or modal_secret_delete.

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