set_group_locked

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

Despite annotations already indicating non-readOnly, non-destructive, idempotent, the description adds useful behavioral context: reversibility by calling with inverse value, system message shown, and exact return string. No contradiction with annotations.

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?

Four sentences, no wasted words, key information front-loaded (verb, resource, effect). Efficient and well-structured.

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?

Despite no output schema, the description includes the return value format. Covers prerequisite, effect, reversibility, alternative, and system message. Complete for a toggle tool.

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 covers both parameters with clear descriptions (100% coverage). Description adds little beyond schema, only reinforcing the toggle behavior for 'locked' parameter. Baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 verb 'Toggle' and resource 'locked mode on a group', specifying the effect (only admins can change name/topic/icon, system message). It distinguishes itself from sibling tool set_group_announce.

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?

Explicitly states prerequisite 'admin' and provides an alternative tool (set_group_announce) for restricting posting. Guides when to use and when not to.

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