notion_create_database

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure but only states the basic action. It doesn't mention authentication requirements, rate limits, whether this is a write operation (implied but not explicit), what happens on success/failure, or any side effects. For a creation tool with zero annotation coverage, this represents a significant gap in behavioral context.

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, efficient sentence with zero wasted words. It's appropriately sized for a basic tool description and front-loads the essential information immediately.

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?

For a database creation tool with complex nested parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what constitutes a successful creation, what gets returned, error conditions, or how this tool relates to other Notion operations. The agent would need to infer too much from the sparse description.

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 schema description coverage is 100%, providing comprehensive documentation for all 4 parameters. The description adds no additional parameter information beyond the schema. According to scoring rules, when schema coverage is high (>80%), the baseline is 3 even with no parameter info in the description, which applies here.

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 'Create a database in Notion' clearly states the verb ('Create') and resource ('database in Notion'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't distinguish this tool from its sibling 'notion_create_database_item' which creates items within databases, leaving some ambiguity about scope differentiation.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'notion_create_page' or 'notion_create_database_item'. There's no mention of prerequisites, constraints, or typical use cases, leaving the agent with insufficient context for appropriate tool selection.

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