notes_style

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavior. It only states 'set text style' without explaining whether this applies globally to all footnotes/endnotes, overrides existing formatting, or affects only new notes. No side effects or permissions mentioned.

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 very concise (6 words) and front-loads the purpose, but it is too terse, omitting essential details that would justify its length. It is not verbose, but the brevity sacrifices completeness.

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 moderate complexity (6 params), no output schema, and no annotations, the description is incomplete. It fails to explain return values, effects, or how to use optional parameters effectively, leaving gaps for the agent.

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 adds no meaning to the 6 parameters. It does not explain font_name format, color type, or the effect of boolean parameters like bold/italic. The agent cannot understand parameter value constraints from the description.

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 the action ('set text style') and the target ('footnotes/endnotes'). However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like 'format_text' or 'create_custom_style', and lacks specificity on scope (all notes, selected, or default style).

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., format_text for individual note text). No prerequisites or conditions for use are mentioned, leaving the agent without context for selection.

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