PAIDEIA__append_error

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

No annotations are provided, and the description only states the action and file location. It does not mention side effects, permissions, error handling, or whether the file is created if missing. The behavioral disclosure is minimal.

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 short but includes a repetitive alias statement. It is adequately structured but could be more efficient by combining the alias and action into one sentence.

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 7 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is too terse. It omits details like YAML format, required fields, and the relationship to sibling 'append_error', leaving the agent underinformed.

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 description adds no information about the parameters. Only 29% of schema properties have descriptions, and the tool description fails to clarify the meaning or usage of the many parameters (e.g., problem_id, summary, error_type).

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 action 'Append one canonical YAML error entry to errors/log.md', specifying the verb and resource. However, it does not differentiate this tool from its sibling 'append_error', which may be identical.

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?

The only usage hint is 'Use this exact name when Alt searches for PAIDEIA__append_error', which addresses naming rather than when to use the tool versus alternatives. No context on when to append errors or when not to.

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