demote_memory

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

No annotations provided, so description holds full burden. States state transition but omits effects on other users, reversibility, required permissions, or return behavior. Minimal behavioral disclosure for a mutation tool.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with action and state change. No wasted words.

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?

Adequate for a simple one-parameter tool, but lacks mention of output schema return information and potential side effects. Could state if operation is reversible via promote_memory.

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 has memory_id with 0% description coverage. Description advises getting ID from recall output, adding some context, but does not specify format or constraints.

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?

Clearly states the tool changes a memory from SHARED to PRIVATE using specific verbs 'unshare' and 'making it private'. Distinguishes from sibling 'promote_memory' by indicating direction.

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?

Explicit 'USE THIS WHEN' condition for shared memories that should become private. Tells user to pass memory ID from recall output. No explicit mention of when not to use or alternatives.

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