create_workspace

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

Without annotations, the description must reveal behavioral traits. It mentions that storage is deducted from the user's quota, which is a side effect. However, it lacks details on permissions, idempotency, duplicate handling, or any other side effects. Some transparency 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?

The description is concise with two sentences and no extraneous words. It is well-structured and front-loaded with the primary action. Could be slightly more structured, but overall efficient.

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 has 5 parameters (2 required), no output schema, and no annotations, the description is insufficient. It does not specify the return value or success indication, nor does it mention error conditions or what happens after creation (e.g., whether the workspace is immediately usable). Agents need more context to handle the tool 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 input schema provides 100% coverage with descriptions for all 5 parameters. The description adds context about storage deduction, which complements the 'storageAllocation' param. However, it does not elaborate on other parameters beyond what the schema already provides, so the added value is marginal.

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: 'Create a new workspace' and highlights a key feature (storage deducted from quota). It effectively distinguishes from sibling tools like 'create_folder' which create folders, not workspaces.

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 implies usage for creating workspaces, but provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., 'create_folder'), nor does it mention prerequisites or exclusions. The usage is inferred but not spelled out.

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