edit_copy

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full behavioral disclosure burden. It clearly states that the selected audio is copied to the clipboard and implies the original is left intact, which is important for distinguishing copy from cut. It does not mention clipboard overwrite behavior, but that is reasonably implied by 'copy to clipboard.'

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, efficient sentences. The main purpose is front-loaded, and the only added instruction ('Select a region first') is necessary and non-redundant.

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?

This is a simple zero-parameter operation with no output schema. The description states the action, the object, the destination, and the required precondition, which is sufficient for an agent to invoke it correctly.

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 schema coverage is 100%, so there are no parameter semantics to clarify. The baseline of 4 applies because the description is not required to explain parameters that do not exist.

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 uses a specific verb ('Copy') with a clear resource ('selected audio') and destination ('to clipboard'). It clearly distinguishes this from sibling tools like edit_cut and edit_paste by naming the copy action and its target.

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 provides a clear prerequisite: 'Select a region first.' This tells the agent when the operation can be invoked, though it does not explicitly contrast it with related edit tools such as edit_cut or edit_paste.

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