whim_snippet_save

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. It only says 'Save' without indicating whether it overwrites existing snippets, requires specific permissions, or has side effects like deduplication. The write nature is implied but not detailed.

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 with no unnecessary words. It efficiently conveys the core purpose without fluff.

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 simple save operation, the description is moderately complete. It lacks details about return values (though no output schema exists) and error scenarios, but the basic action is clear. Given the simplicity of the tool, this level of completeness is acceptable.

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 short descriptions for each parameter ('Snippet code', 'Snippet name', etc.), and the tool description does not add further meaning. Since schema coverage is 100%, the baseline is 3, but the descriptions are too terse to give higher marks.

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 action ('Save') and the resource ('reusable code snippet'). It distinguishes the tool from siblings like whim_snippet_search (search) and whim_facts_save (save facts) by focusing on code snippets.

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 does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It fails to mention that this should be used for creating or updating snippets, or to compare with similar save operations like whim_facts_save.

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