finish_effort

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

With no annotations provided, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only implies a state mutation ('mark done') without detailing side effects, reversibility, required prior states, or any impact on related entities like intervals or slices. The description is insufficient for an agent to understand the full consequences of the call.

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, brief sentence that is easy to parse and front-loaded with the core action. It is appropriately concise for a simple tool, though additional structured guidance would be beneficial.

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 the low complexity (one parameter), the description is still incomplete. It fails to provide usage context (e.g., relationship to start_effort, lifecycle) and does not compensate for missing annotations. An output schema exists but the description does not mention return behavior, and there is no indication of when this is the appropriate tool.

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 0%, so the description must clarify the 'effort' parameter. It does not explain whether this is an ID, name, or how to reference an effort. The tool name and description provide minimal inference, leaving the parameter semantics largely undocumented.

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 'Mark an effort done' states a clear verb and resource. It is distinct from sibling tools like 'start_effort' which imply the opposite action. The purpose is unambiguous and specific.

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 guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites, such as requiring an effort to be started first, or when not to use it. The description offers no context for selection among siblings.

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