Update Swarm service

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

Annotations already indicate idempotentHint=true and destructiveHint=false, but the description does not add any behavioral details beyond 'update'. It fails to disclose what happens during an update (e.g., rolling update, downtime, state changes). With annotations present, the description should provide additional context, which it does not.

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?

Single sentence, no fluff, efficiently conveys the core purpose. Front-loaded with the verb and resource.

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?

With 6 parameters, no output schema, and a very brief description, the tool is under-specified. It does not explain return values, error conditions, or typical use cases. For a complex update operation, this is insufficient for an agent to understand the full context.

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 100% with descriptions for all 6 parameters. The description does not add any meaning beyond the schema, but given high coverage, a baseline of 3 is appropriate. No additional insights or examples are provided.

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?

Clearly states verb 'Update' and resource 'Docker Swarm service configuration'. However, it does not differentiate from the sibling tool 'arcane_swarm_scale_service' which also updates the service (replicas). The description is too broad and might lead to confusion about which tool to use for scaling.

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 versus alternatives like 'arcane_swarm_scale_service' or 'arcane_swarm_create_service'. No prerequisites mentioned, e.g., that the service must already exist. The description provides no context for appropriate usage.

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