devices_remove_device

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It mentions the underlying WS call and that the action is a removal (destructive). However, it does not disclose side effects, reversibility, or permissions needed. For a simple removal, this is adequate but not comprehensive.

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?

Extremely concise: two sentences with no fluff. Front-loaded with the action, then essential details. Every word earns its place.

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 simplicity (remove a device with two required params) and the presence of an output schema, the description covers the core purpose and parameter requirements. It does not include error handling or edge cases, but for a basic deletion, it is sufficiently complete.

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 coverage is 0%, so description must compensate. It explains that device_id is the device to remove and config_entry_id is the owning config entry. This provides basic semantics but lacks details like format, where to find these IDs, or constraints.

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 the action 'Remove a device from a specific config entry', specifying the verb (remove), resource (device), and context (config entry). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like devices_update_device (update) and devices_list_devices (list).

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?

States that both device_id and config_entry_id are required, which implies when to use (when you have both IDs). However, it does not provide explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance relative to sibling tools, nor mention alternatives.

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