create-todo-task

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

Annotations already indicate destructiveHint:true, so the description's 'Create' aligns. However, the description does not disclose any additional behavioral traits such as idempotency, required permissions, or side effects like task creation order. For a mutation tool with annotations, this is acceptable but not exceptional.

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 sentence that directly states the tool's purpose. It is concise and front-loaded, but could potentially include a brief note on required parameters or output.

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 tool has a complex input schema with nested objects, but the description does not address return values (no output schema) or provide guidance on required fields beyond the schema. Annotations help, but the description could be more complete for such a complex 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 description coverage is high (75%), and the schema itself provides detailed descriptions for most properties. The tool description adds no extra semantic value for parameters, so a baseline score of 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 uses a specific verb 'Create' and identifies the resource 'task object in a specified todoTaskList', which clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like create-todo-task-list or update-todo-task.

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 lacks any usage guidelines; it does not indicate when to use this tool over alternatives such as update-todo-task or create-todo-task-list, nor does it mention prerequisites like the existence of the todoTaskList.

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