send_vm_monitor_command

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must fully convey behavioral traits. It mentions sending a command but does not disclose potential destructive actions, required permissions, or side effects. For a low-level tool, this is a significant gap.

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 brief: a single-purpose sentence followed by a parameter list. It is front-loaded and contains no extraneous information. Every part 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?

An output schema exists (not shown), so return value details may not be needed. However, the description does not explain what happens after command execution (e.g., output behavior, error handling). For an advanced tool, more context would be beneficial.

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 description provides one-line definitions for each parameter (node, vmid, command), which adds basic meaning beyond the schema titles. However, with 0% schema description coverage, more detail (e.g., valid command format, constraints) would improve clarity.

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 ('Send') and the resource ('QEMU monitor command to a VM'), and notes it is advanced/low-level. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like send_vm_key or vm_agent_exec.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The term 'advanced/low-level' implies it's for expert use, but no specific conditions or exclusions are given.

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