kaiten_remove_column_subscriber

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden of disclosing the mutation. 'Remove' clearly signals a state-changing operation, but the description does not mention potential non-idempotent behavior, permissions required, or what happens if the user is already not subscribed. It is adequate for a simple removal but leaves some behavioral details unstated.

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 clear sentence with no redundant or filler content. It immediately communicates the action and the target resource, making it easy for an agent to parse and act on.

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 is simple: two required parameters, no nested objects, and no output schema. The description plus the complete input schema provide enough context to call the tool correctly. It does not explain return behavior or edge cases, but these are less critical for such a straightforward removal operation.

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 input schema already covers both parameters with clear descriptions: user_id is 'User ID to unsubscribe' and column_id is 'Column ID'. Schema description coverage is 100%, so the description does not need to add parameter semantics; baseline 3 applies appropriately.

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 ('Remove') and a specific resource ('subscriber from a Kaiten column'), making the tool's purpose immediately clear. The mention of 'column' also distinguishes it from card-related subscriber tools among the sibling list, such as kaiten_remove_card_subscriber.

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 clearly implies the tool is for removing a user from a column's subscriber list, but it does not explicitly state when to choose this over alternatives like kaiten_add_column_subscriber or kaiten_remove_card_subscriber. The usage context is inferable from the wording and tool name, but not directly articulated.

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