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delete_relation

Destructive

Remove a relation between two cards, optionally specifying the relation type to target. Use to disconnect work items in Targetprocess when a link is no longer needed.

Instructions

Delete the relation between two cards, in either direction. If they have several relations, pass relation (type name) to pick one.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idYes
toYes
relationNo

Schema Changelog

Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. First observedv1.0.1

TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Behavior4/5

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

Annotations already declare destructiveHint=true and readOnlyHint=false. The description adds non-inferable behavioral details: the relation is deleted in either direction, and the relation type name is required to disambiguate when multiple relations exist.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two concise sentences with the core action front-loaded and a conditional usage note immediately following. Every word adds value.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Covers the main operation, parameter purpose, and an important edge case (multiple relations). It does not discuss error behavior or idempotency, but given the simple schema and rich annotations, the description is nearly complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description compensates by indicating that id and to refer to two cards and that relation is a type name used to pick among multiple relations. The numeric format of id/to is already covered by the schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

States the specific verb 'Delete' and the resource 'relation between two cards', clarifying the directional scope. This clearly distinguishes it from sibling deletion tools like delete_card or delete_entity.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Provides practical guidance for the optional relation parameter (pass the type name if multiple relations exist), but does not explicitly state when to prefer this tool over alternatives such as delete_card or write_relate.

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