external_squads_update

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full behavioral burden, but it only repeats the update action. It does not disclose whether the update is partial or full, what happens if the UUID does not exist, what permissions are needed, or what the response will be. This is minimal for a mutation tool.

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 with no wasted words. However, it is so underspecified that it reads more like a restatement of the tool name than a substantive explanation, so the conciseness does not contribute much value.

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?

The tool has no annotations, no output schema, and a two-parameter schema. The description does not explain external squad semantics, update behavior, error conditions, or why an agent should choose this over squads_update. The agent has enough to invoke the call only if it already knows the domain.

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 100%, with 'name' described as 'New squad name' and 'uuid' as 'Squad UUID'. The description itself adds no parameter meaning, but the schema is sufficient, so the baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 uses a clear verb and resource: 'Update an external squad'. The 'external' qualifier distinguishes it from squads_update, and the verb separates it from external_squads_create/delete/list/get. However, it gives no specific detail about what an update entails beyond the general 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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as squads_update or external_squads_create/delete. No context, prerequisites, or exclusions are provided, so the agent must infer usage entirely from the name and schema.

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