ExportAccessControlToFile

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

With no annotations, the description must carry the full behavioral disclosure. It does state important traits: writing to a specific tmp folder, using a .dcls.asdcls extension, and automatically converting the DCL name to Z-namespace. However, it omits whether existing files are overwritten, what permissions are required, what the return value is, and error behavior.

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 two concise sentences that front-load the main action and output destination. Every sentence provides useful information without redundancy or filler. It is appropriately sized for the tool's simplicity.

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 simple schema and no output schema, the description covers the core action and output file details. However, it does not state what the tool returns (e.g., file path or success indicator) or address potential side effects like overwriting. For a file-export tool, this leaves a moderate gap in contextual completeness.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents the single dcl_name parameter. The description adds meaningful context beyond the schema by noting that the DCL name is automatically converted to Z-namespace, which affects how the input name is interpreted. This additional semantic detail justifies a score above the baseline 3.

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 states a specific verb (Export), resource (CDS access control (DCL)), and output destination (file in tmp folder with .dcls.asdcls extension). It clearly distinguishes from sibling export tools like ExportCDSViewToFile or ExportClassToFile by naming the exact object type. An agent can identify the tool's action without opening the schema.

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 gives no indication of when to use this tool versus alternatives such as GetAccessControl or other export tools. It lacks any prerequisites, conditions, or exclusions. The agent must infer usage from the tool name alone.

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