create_contract_template

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

With no annotations present, the description must disclose behavioral traits, but it only restates required fields. It does not mention side effects, return values, permissions, or any implications of creating a template, leaving the agent with minimal insight beyond the obvious 'create' action.

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 that covers the action and all required parameters without unnecessary wording. It is well-structured and front-loaded with the core purpose.

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 create operation with clearly named parameters, the description is adequate but minimal. It does not specify return behavior or the exact format expected for 'file' (e.g., URL vs path), though the schema covers these details. The absence of an output schema means the agent may not know what to expect after invocation.

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 100%, and the schema already describes each parameter. The description adds only the clarification that 'attributes' is a JSON string, which is also present in the schema, offering no additional semantic value beyond what structured data provides.

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 uses the specific verb 'Create' with the clear resource 'new contract template', distinguishing it from sibling tools like update_contract_template and delete_contract_template. Listing required parameters further solidifies the tool's purpose.

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 create_contract, create_contract_document, or create_signature_request. The description only states what the tool does and its required fields, leaving the agent to infer usage context.

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