slack_views_update

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

With no annotations, the description should disclose behavioral traits. It only provides routing infrastructure details (JWT, tenant, scope) but does not state whether the operation creates, updates, or destroys views, nor any side effects or authorization needs.

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 wastes space on routing details (tool path, JWT scope) that are irrelevant to an agent deciding when to use the tool. It lacks a concise summary of functionality.

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 tool's complexity as a Slack view update operation, the description is wholly inadequate. It omits return value information (despite an output schema existing), does not explain the structure of the 'arguments' parameter, and fails to reference any documentation or examples.

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 only parameter 'arguments' has 0% schema description coverage. The description merely says 'JSON string of arguments for the connector operation', adding no semantic meaning—no hint about required fields like view_id, type, or views payload.

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 only restates the tool name as 'Slack connector operation `views_update`', which is a tautology. It fails to explain what the tool does, e.g., updating a Slack modal or home tab view, making it impossible to distinguish from sibling tools like slack_views_open or slack_views_publish.

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 context, prerequisites, or situations where this tool is appropriate versus other Slack view tools.

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