entities_select_option

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It merely states the action without revealing whether it's mutating, what side effects occur, or any error conditions. The agent cannot infer safety or requirements.

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 sentence with no redundant words. It is appropriately sized for a simple action, though additional context could improve utility without being verbose.

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 multiple sibling tools for entity manipulation and a similar helper tool, the description lacks essential context to avoid confusion. It does not explain when to prefer this over 'helpers_set_input_select' or the purpose of the output schema. The agent may struggle to select the correct tool.

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 the description must add meaning. It explains that 'entity_id' identifies the entity and 'option' is the option to select, but lacks detail on valid option values (e.g., must be one of the entity's options). This partially compensates but remains insufficient.

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 clearly states the action (select option) and the target resource (input_select or select entity). It distinguishes from other entity tools by specifying the entity types, but does not differentiate from the similar helper tool 'helpers_set_input_select'.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'helpers_set_input_select' or 'entities_set_value'. There are no usage contexts, prerequisites, or exclusions mentioned.

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