automations_trigger_automation

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

No annotations are present, so the description must fully convey behavior. It only states 'Manually trigger an automation' without disclosing whether the trigger is synchronous, what the output schema contains, or if there are side effects like running actions. This lacks sufficient detail.

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 a single concise sentence. However, it is so brief that it omits critical information; conciseness should not come at the expense of clarity. A moderately longer description would be more appropriate.

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 simple tool (one parameter, output schema exists), the description still fails to provide enough context. It doesn't explain what happens after triggering (e.g., if the automation runs immediately) or how errors are handled. The output schema is not mentioned.

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%, but the description does not describe the meaning of the required parameter 'entity_id'. An agent must infer that it refers to an automation entity, but no format or context (e.g., 'the ID of the automation to trigger') is provided.

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 'Manually trigger an automation' clearly identifies the action (trigger) and the resource (automation). Among siblings, it distinguishes from similar tools like 'automations_enable_automation' and 'automations_run_script' by using the specific verb 'trigger', which is not used by any other sibling.

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, such as enabling an automation first or using run_script. There are no prerequisites, exclusions, or context about the automation's state needed for triggering.

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