skills.writeLocal

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

No annotations provided. Description discloses parent directory creation and path constraint but omits overwrite behavior, permissions, or side effects of a write operation.

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?

Two concise sentences with no redundancy. Every sentence adds value: what it does, directory creation, and path constraint.

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?

Moderately complete for a write tool with 2 params. Missing overwrite behavior, return value, and error conditions. No output schema.

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 has 0% description coverage. Description adds path constraint but does not explain contents format or other details. Baseline of 4 due to 0% coverage is not fully met.

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 tool writes a local skill file, creates parent directories, and enforces the path constraint. This differentiates it from sibling cloud and read/list tools.

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?

Implies use for writing local skill files but lacks explicit guidance on when to use vs alternatives or when not to use. The path constraint is mentioned but no comparative context.

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