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gitee_fork_repo

Fork a Gitee repository to your personal account or an organization.

Instructions

Fork a repository

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
ownerYesRepository owner (user/org/enterprise path)
repoYesRepository path name
organizationNoFork to organization (empty = personal namespace)
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behaviors. It only says 'Fork' but does not explain that it creates a copy under the user's account or specified organization, or any side effects, permissions needed, or limits.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very concise (one sentence), but it sacrifices important details about behavior and usage. It is front-loaded but incomplete.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given no output schema and a simple input schema, the description is insufficient. It does not explain the result (forked repo), prerequisites, or the role of the `organization` parameter.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so all parameters are documented in the schema. The description adds no extra meaning beyond the parameter names and descriptions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Fork a repository' states the verb and resource clearly. It is specific enough to distinguish from `gitee_fork_gist` but lacks detail about forking to personal vs organization namespace.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to fork vs create a new repository (e.g., `gitee_create_user_repo`). The description does not help the agent choose between this and alternative tools.

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

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