aedt_update_setup

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It only states that it 'calls setup.update()', indicating a mutation, but does not disclose potential side effects, error conditions, required permissions, or what happens if the setup does not exist. Very minimal behavioral detail.

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 highly concise at one sentence (12 words), front-loading the purpose. However, the extreme brevity sacrifices necessary detail for completeness, so it is not perfect.

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 two required parameters, nested object type, and assumed output schema, the description is insufficient. It does not explain what properties can be updated, the format of the dictionary, or how the output relates to the operation. The 0% schema coverage and lack of parameter details make it incomplete.

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 0%, and the description does not explain the parameters at all. It mentions 'property dictionary' but does not clarify that 'name' identifies the setup and 'properties' is the dictionary to update. The description adds no meaning beyond the schema's bare structure.

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 'existing AEDT setup property dictionary', and specifies the internal action 'call setup.update()'. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like 'aedt_create_setup' (create) and 'aedt_get_setup_properties' (get).

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?

While the description implies it is for updating an existing setup (not creating), it does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor does it provide any when-not or conditional guidance. No mention of prerequisites or exclusions.

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