PAIDEIA__import_alt_note

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

With no annotations, the description must fully disclose behavior. It mentions importing into two directories (materials and converted), but omits details about file overwrites, error conditions, permissions, or side effects. The tool writes files, yet behavior beyond the destination is opaque.

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 two sentences long and front-loads the namespace alias explanation. It is concise, though the first sentence is somewhat redundant given the tool name itself.

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 9 parameters, no output schema, and low schema coverage. The description only covers the high-level purpose and destination, missing essential context about required inputs, parameter effects, and return values. It is inadequate for safe and correct invocation.

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 only 22% (2 of 9 parameters described). The description does not mention any parameter beyond implying 'category' from the path. Required parameters like 'title' and 'transcript' are not explained, nor are defaults or the meaning of 'overwrite' and 'write_converted'.

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 imports an Alt active note/transcript into materials/<category> and optionally converted/<category> for PAIDEIA analysis. However, it does not differentiate this tool from its direct sibling 'import_alt_note' (without the PAIDEIA prefix) or the plural 'import_alt_notes'.

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 description provides minimal guidance: it instructs to use this exact name when Alt searches for the tool, but fails to specify when to use this tool versus the siblings (import_alt_note, import_alt_notes) or any exclusions.

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