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trello_create_label

Create a color-coded label on a specific Trello board to organize cards by category or priority.

Instructions

Create a new label on a Trello board.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
apiKeyNoTrello API key (optional if TRELLO_API_KEY env var is set)
tokenNoTrello API token (optional if TRELLO_TOKEN env var is set)
boardIdYesID or URL of the board where the label will be created
nameYesName of the label
colorYesColor of the label (e.g., green, yellow, orange, red, purple, blue, sky, lime, pink, black)
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided. The description only says 'Create a new label,' which indicates mutation but offers no details on permissions, side effects, or other behavioral traits beyond the name.

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

Conciseness3/5

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

Very concise (one sentence, 9 words), but it is minimal and does not elaborate on tool behavior. It earns its place but could provide more value without being verbose.

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

Completeness2/5

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

No output schema, so the description should clarify what the tool returns. It also lacks context on relationships with siblings or label effects. For a 5-parameter tool, this is incomplete.

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?

Schema coverage is 100%, and the schema descriptions are clear (e.g., minimum length for name, example colors). The description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 states 'Create a new label on a Trello board,' which clearly identifies the verb (create) and resource (label). It distinguishes from sibling tools like trello_update_label and trello_delete_label.

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 like updating or deleting labels. The description lacks context for usage decisions.

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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