delete-excel-range

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

Annotations already indicate destructive behavior. The description adds value by specifying that remaining content is shifted and explains the two shift directions, which is useful context beyond the 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?

The description is short and front-loaded, but the first line 'Invoke action delete' is redundant with the tool name. The tip is valuable and concise.

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 description explains the body parameter well but does not mention other parameters (though schema covers them) or describe the result/return value. For a tool with 7 parameters and no output schema, it could be more complete, but the essential info is present.

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 (86%). The description adds specific meaning for the 'body' parameter, explaining the structure and semantics of the shift property, which goes beyond the schema's definition.

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 'delete' and resource 'cells at the given range', and distinguishes the tool by specifying the shifting behavior. This differentiates it from similar tools like 'clear-excel-range' or 'delete-excel-table-row'.

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 provides a tip with specific body values ('Up' or 'Left') and advises using 'Up' to delete entire rows. While it offers practical guidance, it does not explicitly contrast with alternative tools or state when not to use this tool.

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