delete_pvr_programmed_id

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

The description lists error codes but does not explicitly state deletion behavior (e.g., permanence, side effects). With no annotations, the agent must infer behavior from the name and error list, which is insufficient.

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 very short (one line plus a list of error codes). While concise, the error list is noisy and not relevant for tool selection, and the core description is minimal.

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 no annotations, no output schema details, and many sibling tools, the description is severely incomplete. It fails to explain what a 'Precord' is, the effect of deletion, or how the id is used.

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 only parameter 'id' is not described beyond its type in the schema. Schema coverage is 0%, and the description adds no explanation of what 'id' refers to, nor its format or constraints.

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 'Delete a Precord', which is a verb+resource pair matching the tool name. However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like delete_pvr_finished_id, leaving the agent unclear about which deletion tool to use.

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 usage guidelines are provided. There is no indication of when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor any prerequisites or conditions for its invocation.

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