update_workspace_folder

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

With no annotations, the description must carry behavioral disclosure. It does state the role requirement and lists updatable properties, but it lacks details on side effects (e.g., trashing a folder may trash its contents, moving to parent may affect permissions). The behavior is adequately described for common operations but not fully transparent.

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, well-structured sentence that front-loads the purpose and lists the properties efficiently. No unnecessary words or redundancy.

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 complexity (8 parameters, no output schema) and the absence of annotations, the description covers the role requirement and property list thoroughly. However, it does not explain expected return values or error conditions. For a mutation tool, this is reasonable but not fully 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?

The input schema has 100% coverage, so the baseline is 3. The description lists the properties but adds little beyond the schema's detailed descriptions. For example, 'color' is described as 'hex code, null to clear' in the schema, which is already clear. The description adds the 'parent (move)' clarification, but that is minor.

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 verb 'Update' and the resource 'folder's properties', and lists the specific properties that can be updated. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like create_folder and delete_folder by specifying the action, and the workspace context differentiates it from similar update_folder.

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 mentions the required role (EDITOR or higher), which provides some usage context, but it does not explicitly compare to alternatives like move_folder or restore_from_trash, nor does it state when not to use this tool. Usage guidance is implicit rather than explicit.

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