updateDeviceSwitchPort

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

No annotations provided; the description only states it updates the configuration, with no details on side effects, permissions, idempotency, or what happens to existing settings. The reference to call_meraki_api does not disclose behavioral traits.

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?

Two sentences with no extraneous information, but the second sentence is a pointer to another tool rather than enriching the description. Could be more structured with parameter roles.

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 8 parameters (2 required) with no schema descriptions and no annotations, the description is insufficient for an agent to correctly invoke the tool. Output schema exists but does not compensate for missing param context.

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 0% and the description provides no information about any of the 8 parameters, their purpose, or constraints. The phrase 'update switch port configuration' is too vague to compensate.

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 updating switch port configuration, verb and resource are clear. Distinguishes from read-only sibling getDeviceSwitchPorts. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from the generic call_meraki_api which can also perform updates.

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?

Mentions using call_meraki_api for the full parameter set, implying this tool is for a subset. However, it does not specify when to choose this tool over alternatives, nor when not to use it.

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