prepare_game_snapshot_capture

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

With no annotations, the description carries the burden. It discloses a key behavioral trait: the user must still press Capture snapshot in-game, indicating this tool does not perform the capture. However, it does not explain side effects, prerequisites, or other operational details.

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, front-loaded sentence that efficiently conveys the core action and the critical user-step caveat. No unnecessary words or repetition.

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 the tool has 3 parameters, no annotations, and a rich set of sibling tools, the description is incomplete. It does not explain parameter meaning, when to use it, or what the preparation entails. The output schema exists, so return values are covered, but other key context is missing.

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 0%, and the description provides no information about the three parameters (profile, conditions, custom_sections). The tool description does not compensate for the missing schema documentation, leaving parameter semantics entirely undefined.

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 a specific action ('Prepare') and resource ('bounded bridge capture profile'), and notes the follow-up in-game action. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools that handle actual capture or path profiles, though 'bounded bridge' is slightly ambiguous.

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?

There is no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like prepare_reload, prepare_game_snapshot_path_profile, or refine_game_snapshot_capture. It implies it's a preparation step but does not state conditions for selection or exclusions.

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