crm_update_profile

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

With no annotations available, the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure, but it only says 'Update profile permissions.' It does not disclose whether this is a partial or full update, what fields are affected, whether the operation is reversible, or any permission requirements.

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 short sentence, so it is concise in length, but it is so terse that it borders on under-specification. It does not waste words but also does not earn its place by conveying substantive information.

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 lack of annotations, prevalence of nested objects, and no output schema, this minimal description is inadequate. It does not describe the return value, side effects, or any cautionary notes, leaving the agent with insufficient context to confidently invoke the tool.

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 coverage is 100%, but the parameter descriptions are minimal ('ID of the profile', 'Profile data to update'). The description adds no additional semantics beyond the schema, and the nested 'profile_data' object remains vague, yet the baseline for full coverage is 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 action ('Update') on a specific resource ('profile permissions'), which is clear and distinguishes it from sibling tools that update roles or configurations. However, it lacks details on what 'permissions' means in this context.

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 guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like config_update_profile or crm_update_role. The description does not mention prerequisites, context, or exclusions, leaving the agent without decision support.

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