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Delete Food Diary Entry

fatsecret_delete_food_entry
DestructiveIdempotent

Delete a food diary entry by providing its unique ID. Remove unwanted entries from your food log with a single action.

Instructions

Delete a food diary entry by its ID.

Args:

  • food_entry_id: The entry ID to delete

Returns: Confirmation of deletion.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
food_entry_idYesFood entry ID to delete
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already indicate destructiveHint=true and idempotentHint=true. The description adds that it returns a confirmation of deletion, which is useful but not adding significant behavioral context beyond what annotations declare. No contradiction.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is short and front-loaded with the purpose. However, it could be slightly more compact by omitting the 'Args:' and 'Returns:' labels, but it is still efficient and clear.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a simple deletion tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description adequately covers the action, input, and confirmation. The annotations already handle behavioral traits, making the description sufficient.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema already provides 100% coverage for the single parameter with a clear description. The description merely repeats this information without adding extra meaning or constraints.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Delete'), the resource ('food diary entry'), and the identifier ('by its ID'). It is specific and distinguishes itself from sibling tools like create, edit, and copy.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description does not mention prerequisites, conditions for deletion, or when not to use it. Sibling tools exist for editing and copying, but no comparative guidance is provided.

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

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