playlists_trigger_active_announcement

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. 'Trigger' implies an action that changes state, but it doesn't specify what 'triggering' entails (e.g., starting playback, advancing a slide, or activating content), potential side effects, permissions needed, or error conditions. This leaves significant behavioral gaps.

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, direct sentence with no wasted words. It's front-loaded with the core action and target, making it efficient and easy to parse. Every word contributes to understanding the tool's purpose.

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 implied by 'trigger' (a state-changing action) and the lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what 'triggering' does, what happens after invocation, or how it differs from similar tools, leaving the agent with insufficient context for reliable use.

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 0 parameters with 100% coverage, meaning no parameters need documentation. The description doesn't mention parameters, which is appropriate here. A baseline of 4 is given since no parameter information is required, and the description doesn't add unnecessary details.

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 ('Trigger') and the target ('the active announcement in the playlist'), making the purpose understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from similar sibling tools like 'playlists_trigger_active_announcement_item' or 'announcement_trigger_active', leaving some ambiguity about scope.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With many sibling tools like 'announcement_trigger_active', 'playlists_trigger_active_announcement_item', and 'playlists_trigger_active_presentation', there's no indication of context, prerequisites, or distinctions between them.

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