restore_instance

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

No annotations provided; description discloses the destructive parameter behavior but does not mention required instance state, data preservation, or reversibility. Partial disclosure.

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?

Three sentences plus arg list, concise and well-structured. Every sentence adds value with no redundancy.

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?

Covers purpose and destructive parameter, but missing prerequisites (e.g., instance state), error conditions, and output description. However, output schema exists (though not shown) which mitigates some lack.

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 coverage is 0%, so description carries burden. It explains that instance and snapshot are names, and destructive discards current state. Adds meaning beyond the bare schema types.

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?

Clear verb 'restore' and resource 'instance to a previously taken snapshot'. Distinguishes from siblings like clone_instance, snapshot_instance, and recover_instance.

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?

Implied usage when you have a snapshot and want to restore, but no explicit guidance on when to use this versus alternatives like recover_instance or clone_instance. No exclusions provided.

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