notion_update_data_source_properties

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

No annotations are provided. Description lacks any behavioral information such as side effects, idempotency, permissions required, or rate limits. The generic routing note adds no behavioral insight.

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 very short, but this is underspecification rather than conciseness. It lacks substantive content to earn its place.

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?

Despite having an output schema (not shown), the description is too vague to be complete. No information about return values, error conditions, or how to interpret the output is provided. The tool is essentially opaque.

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 coverage is 0%. The description only states that 'arguments' is a JSON string of arguments for the connector operation, but provides no details on valid keys, types, or examples. This is insufficient for an agent to construct correct input.

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?

Description merely restates the tool name and provides a routing detail. It does not specify what 'update_data_source_properties' actually does, what a data source is, or what properties can be updated. This is a tautology.

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 on when to use this tool vs. alternatives like 'notion_create_data_source' or 'notion_update_data_source'. No context about prerequisites or situations where this tool is appropriate.

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