apex_add_quick_links

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

Annotations indicate a mutating write operation (readOnlyHint=false), and the description merely restates 'Add'. No additional behavioral context (e.g., impact on page, reversibility, required permissions) is given.

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 concise sentence, but the dict format is terse and contains an error. It might have been clearer to reference the links array schema rather than an incomplete shorthand.

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?

While the schema and output schema provide structural details, the description lacks any high-level behavior context such as where the quick links appear (page/region) or how the grid is configured. The 'page_id' and 'region_name' are mentioned only in the schema.

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 provides complete parameter descriptions (100% coverage), so the baseline is 3. However, the description's dict notation is inconsistent with the schema—listing 'page_id' instead of 'url' and omitting 'badge'—potentially misleading the agent.

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 identifies the action ('Add a grid of quick-link cards') and the resource type, distinguishing it from other add_* tools. However, the inline dict specification mentions 'page_id' while the schema defines 'url', creating minor ambiguity.

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 guidance is provided about when to use this tool over alternatives such as apex_add_icon_list or apex_add_data_card_grid. There are no prerequisites or exclusions.

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