reminders

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only glosses the action enum (e.g., 'modify or complete') and does not explain side effects, required parameters for each action, output formats, or potential errors. The schema covers parameter applicability, but the description adds little beyond the structured fields.

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?

Two concise sentences, well-structured with front-loaded purpose and a clear action breakdown. Every word earns its place, no redundancy or fluff.

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?

For a multi-action tool with 11 parameters and no output schema, the rich schema descriptions compensate for the minimal description. The description conveys that the tool is a dispatcher for reminders and leaves parameter detail to the schema. It could add a note about typical use cases or required fields, but the current level is sufficient given high schema coverage.

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 adds no additional parameter details beyond what the schema already provides; it does not explain format, defaults, or relationships between parameters beyond the action enum, which is already in 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?

The description states a specific verb+resource: "Manage personal reminders in ClickUp," and explicitly enumerates the three actions (list, create, update) with their purposes (search/filter, add, modify/complete). This clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like tasks, lists, or comments.

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 gives in-tool action guidance but does not provide when-to-use vs alternatives. It never mentions that this tool is for personal reminders as opposed to tasks or checklists, nor does it note any prerequisites or exclusions. The guidance is limited to action dispatch, not tool selection.

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