create_doc

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

No annotations exist, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the creation action but does not mention side effects, permissions, rate limits, or error handling. The return value or confirmation behavior is also missing.

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, no filler. Concise but could be slightly more structured, e.g., listing parameters more explicitly.

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?

Given 5 parameters and a nested schema, the description covers the high-level purpose but lacks detail on parameter dependencies, defaults, and output. Since an output schema exists, the omission of return values is partially mitigated.

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 description lists some parameters (title, timezone, folder placement, initial page content) which adds value beyond the 0% schema description coverage. However, it omits the source_doc parameter and does not clarify the nested object structure for initial_page.

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 tool's purpose: to create a new Coda doc with optional configurations like title, timezone, folder placement, and initial page content. It includes a specific verb and resource, and distinguishes from siblings like create_page.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., create_page, update_doc). The description does not mention when not to use it or provide any usage context.

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