mame_session_stop

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of explaining behavioral implications. It merely says 'Terminate the live MAME session' without disclosing whether termination is destructive, reversible, or what side effects occur. This is insufficient for an agent to understand the impact of invoking it.

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?

A single clear sentence with no filler. Every word serves a purpose, and the structure is front-loaded with the action verb.

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?

Although the tool is simple, the description lacks essential context about termination behavior. It does not explain what happens to the session, whether it is safe to stop at any point, or how it differs from pausing. Given the many session-related siblings, more detail would help the agent select it correctly.

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?

The tool has zero parameters, so the schema fully covers the input requirements. Baseline 4 applies since no parameter description is needed, and the description adds nothing beyond the schema, which is acceptable.

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 a specific action ('Terminate') on a specific resource ('the live MAME session'). This distinguishes it from sibling tools like mame_pause, mame_resume, and mame_session_status, which all operate on the session but with different actions.

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 mame_pause or mame_resume. It does not indicate whether it should be used as a final cleanup step or if it triggers any saving or shutdown procedures.

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