seerr_create_settings_notifications_slack

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

The description adds a 'WRITE' label and states 'this modifies your Seerr instance', which provides context beyond the annotations (readOnlyHint=false, destructiveHint=false). However, it does not disclose whether changes are reversible, if authentication is needed, or what specific side effects occur.

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 a single, compact sentence. It front-loads the action and avoids fluff. The 'WRITE:' prefix is somewhat awkward but does not waste tokens.

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 free-form body with no schema guidance, the description is far from complete. It fails to explain Slack-specific settings, what the body should contain, or how this interacts with existing configurations. The output schema exists but does not compensate for the input ambiguity.

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 is a free-form 'body' object with no property descriptions in the schema (0% coverage). The description gives no hint about what fields to include (e.g., webhook URL, enabled flag), leaving the agent completely in the dark about how to construct a valid request.

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 clearly states the tool updates Slack notification settings, which is a specific verb+resource. However, it uses 'Update' while the tool name says 'create', which is a minor discrepancy. It does not explicitly differentiate from the 'test' variant, but the core action is clear.

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 like the test sibling (seerr_create_settings_notifications_slack_test). It does not mention any prerequisites, whether to use a list tool first, or when not to use it.

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