nodes_restart_all

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

With no annotations provided, the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only states 'Restart all nodes' without revealing potential side effects such as service downtime, whether the operation is asynchronous, or how unreachable nodes are handled (even though the forceRestart parameter hints at this). This is a significant gap for a bulk mutation 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?

The description is a single, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It is appropriately concise for such a simple tool, though it could benefit from additional context without becoming verbose.

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 description is too sparse for a tool that operates on all nodes. It lacks information about return values (no output schema), error conditions, and how it differs from sibling tools. Given the existence of nodes_restart and nodes_bulk_actions, more context is needed to prevent misuse.

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 schema already provides 100% coverage for the single parameter forceRestart with a clear description. The tool description adds no additional meaning or context about the parameter, 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 clearly states the verb 'restart' and the resource 'all nodes', which is specific and distinct from the sibling nodes_restart (singular). The scope is explicit, so an agent can immediately understand this applies to every node, not a single one.

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 nodes_restart or nodes_bulk_actions. The description does not mention any conditions, prerequisites, or context that would help an agent decide between restarting all nodes versus individual ones.

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