pve_create_user

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. 'Create a new user' implies a write/mutation operation, but the description doesn't mention required permissions, potential side effects, error conditions, or what happens on success. For a user creation tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral questions unanswered.

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 extremely concise at just three words, with zero wasted text. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it immediately scannable and understandable.

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?

For a user creation tool with 9 parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is inadequate. It doesn't explain what happens after creation, what permissions are required, whether the user becomes immediately active, or how this relates to other user management operations. The context signals indicate this is a complex operation that deserves more complete documentation.

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 schema description coverage is 100%, with all 9 parameters well-documented in the schema itself. The description adds no additional parameter information beyond the basic purpose. This meets the baseline of 3 when the schema does the heavy lifting, but doesn't provide any extra context about parameter relationships or usage patterns.

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 'Create a new user' clearly states the verb ('Create') and resource ('user'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'pve_create_group' or 'pve_create_role', which also create different types of entities in the system.

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?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There's no mention of prerequisites, when this operation is appropriate, or how it relates to other user management tools like 'pve_update_user' or 'pve_delete_user' in the sibling list.

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