ebay_clone_ad_group

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It states a clone operation (creating a new entity) but does not disclose behavioral details like required permissions, rate limits, or whether the source ad group is modified. The lack of detail limits the agent's understanding of side effects.

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, efficient sentence with no redundant words. It earns its place by providing core purpose without verbosity.

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 no output schema, the description does not explain return values (e.g., the cloned ad group details). The nested 'adGroup' parameter is not elaborated, leaving the agent without full context for correct use. The description is too sparse for a mutation tool.

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 description coverage is 100%, with each parameter described (campaignId, adGroupId, adGroup). The description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, meeting the baseline but not enriching the agent's understanding, especially for the nested 'adGroup' object.

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 'Clone an ad group within a campaign' clearly states the verb (Clone), resource (ad group), and scope (within a campaign), distinguishing it from sibling tools like ebay_clone_ad and ebay_clone_campaign.

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as ebay_clone_ad for cloning ads or ebay_clone_campaign for cloning campaigns. The description does not mention prerequisites or exclusions.

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