reply_to_spreadsheet_comment

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

With no annotations, the description only says 'reply', which implies creation of a comment reply, but does not disclose side effects, permissions needed, or changes to the comment hierarchy. Critical behavioral traits are omitted.

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?

Single sentence with no redundant words, highly efficient and front-loaded.

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 having an output schema, the description lacks details on error handling, required authentication (via sibling auth tools), and the scope of the reply (e.g., thread depth). The tool has 4 parameters and is a mutation, yet the description is too sparse.

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?

None of the 4 parameters have descriptions in the schema, and the tool description adds no meaning beyond the parameter names. For example, it does not explain the format of reply_content or how to obtain comment_id.

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?

Clearly states 'reply to a specific comment in a Google Spreadsheet', which is a specific verb and resource, and distinguishes from siblings like reply_to_document_comment and reply_to_presentation_comment.

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 information on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., resolve_spreadsheet_comment) or prerequisites (e.g., comment existence, sharing settings). The context fails to guide the agent on proper usage.

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