lists_comments_create

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden. It mentions 'Supports optional assignee and notification settings,' but this only restates parameter semantics. It doesn't disclose permission requirements, side effects (e.g., whether notifications are sent immediately), or reversibility, leaving a significant gap.

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?

One sentence, approximately 15 words, with no extraneous content. It front-loads the action and mentions the key optional features, making it appropriately concise and well-structured.

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?

With no output schema and no annotations, the description is minimal. It adequately explains the core purpose but omits return value information, error scenarios, or behavioral details, leaving gaps in a context where the description must carry more weight.

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 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description's mention of 'assignee and notification settings' adds no new meaning beyond the schema properties. It doesn't clarify value formats, dependencies between parameters, or anything outside the schema.

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?

Description clearly states the verb+resource: 'Create a new comment on a ClickUp list.' It specifically identifies the target as a list, distinguishing it from sibling tools like tasks_comments_create and views_comments_create.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives. The description implies usage (when you want to comment on a list) but doesn't mention not using it for tasks or views, nor does it address prerequisites or exclusions.

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