mute_resources_by_wildcard

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

With no annotations, the description should fully disclose behavior. It only says 'mute monitors' but doesn't explain that it creates a mute rule, whether it overwrites existing rules, what happens to alerts, or the effect of the 'hide' parameter. The behavioral impact is under-described.

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 a single concise sentence, but it omits important context. While it is front-loaded with the main action, it sacrifices completeness. Could be expanded to include usage guidance or behavioral notes without losing conciseness.

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 6 parameters (including nested 'schedule') and no output schema, the description is too sparse. It doesn't explain what the tool returns (e.g., a rule ID), whether it creates or modifies, or how to confirm success. The action's lifecycle and side effects are missing.

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?

All 6 parameters have descriptions in the input schema (100% coverage), so the description doesn't need to repeat them. However, the description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema; it only reiterates the resourcePattern concept. Achieves baseline 3.

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 tool mutes monitors for resources using wildcard patterns. It provides concrete examples (e.g., 'sqs-*') and distinguishes from sibling tools like 'mute_monitors_by_service' which likely filters by service type.

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 does not provide guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, when not to use it, or how it differs from 'create_mute_rule' or 'mute_monitors_by_service'. No explicit usage context is given.

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