setup_remote

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It discloses authentication and config saving, but fails to mention potential side effects like overwriting existing config, idempotency, or error conditions (e.g., if already set up).

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 with two sentences, delivering key information without waste. It could be slightly more structured but remains effective.

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 the presence of an output schema, the description does not mention what is returned. It also lacks detail on parameter semantics and behavioral constraints. For a first-run setup tool with 4 parameters and many siblings, the description is insufficiently complete.

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%. The description mentions 'admin PIN' and 'save config', hinting at the pin and host parameters, but does not describe name or port parameters. It adds minimal meaning beyond the schema's field names.

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 states 'First-run setup. Authenticate with admin PIN, create a long-lived API key, and save config. Only needed once per remote.' It clearly identifies the tool's purpose: performing initial setup on a remote device, with specific actions and constraints.

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?

The description explicitly notes 'Only needed once per remote', providing clear guidance on when to use (first-run) and implying not to use for subsequent operations. However, it does not mention alternatives or when not to use, but the context of sibling tools suggests this is a one-time initialization.

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