stop_all_containers

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits but only says 'stop'. It does not clarify if containers are stopped gracefully, if there are side effects (e.g., network disconnection), failure handling, or the order of stopping. The lack of detail hinders an agent's understanding of the tool's impact.

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, making it concise but potentially too terse. It front-loads the purpose but omits necessary context. Every word is functional, yet the overall information density is low.

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 output schema and annotations, the description should compensate with richer context. It does not mention return values, confirmation prompts, error behavior, or idempotency. The tool stops multiple containers, yet no completeness in specifying scope or conditions.

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 any of the two parameters (env_id, agent_token). Their defaults are insufficient for an agent to know their meaning or correct usage. The tool description adds no value beyond the raw schema.

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 'stop' and the resource 'all running containers' within a given environment. This distinguishes it from siblings like 'stop_container' (single container) and 'start_all_containers' (opposite action).

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 'stop_container' or 'kill_container'. The description does not specify typical usage scenarios or whether it should be used for bulk operations instead of individual container stops.

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