bookshelf_update_metadataprofile

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=false, and the description reinforces this by stating 'WRITE: this modifies your Bookshelf instance.' This adds a small amount of side-effect context, but no details on permissions, reversibility, or update semantics.

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 and front-loaded, but one sentence is a tautology of the tool name. The WRITE sentence adds minor value but does not make the description well-structured or informative.

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?

The presence of an output schema reduces the need to describe return values, but the description still lacks critical context such as whether the update is partial or full-replace, what fields the body should contain, or any prerequisites. The tool is a simple update, yet even basic guidance is missing.

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 description coverage is 0%, and the description provides no parameter information. The 'body' parameter is an open object with additionalProperties true, but the description does not hint at required fields or structure, leaving the agent without necessary guidance.

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 states a clear action ('Update metadataprofile') with a specific resource, distinguishing it from related get/list/delete/create tools. However, it largely restates the tool name and adds no detail about what the update does.

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 given on when to use this tool versus alternatives like bookshelf_update_metadata or bookshelf_update_qualityprofile. The only extra comment is a WRITE warning, not usage context.

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