salesforce_manage_field_permissions

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It mentions grant/revoke actions but omits critical behavioral details such as immediate effect, required permissions, reversibility, or potential side effects on profiles/permission sets.

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 well-structured with bullets and practical examples, making it easy to scan. While slightly verbose, every section adds value and the examples aid comprehension.

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 6 parameters, no output schema, and moderate complexity, the description covers primary use cases and examples adequately. It lacks edge-case details (e.g., behavior when profileNames is omitted), but is sufficient for initial invocation.

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 already provides descriptions for all parameters (100% coverage), so the description adds little beyond examples. The baseline of 3 is appropriate since the schema does the heavy lifting.

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 explicitly states 'Manage Field Level Security (Field Permissions)' and lists specific operations (grant/revoke, view, bulk update), clearly distinguishing it from sibling tools like salesforce_manage_field which handles field definitions.

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?

It provides clear operational context through bullets and examples, indicating when to use it for permission management. It doesn't explicitly name alternatives, but the focused scope on field permissions is sufficient guidance.

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