update_product_set

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only says 'update' without clarifying partial update behavior, idempotency, or side effects. Does not mention permissions, return values, or error conditions.

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?

Very concise; one-sentence purpose followed by structured Args list. Front-loaded purpose. Could be more structured with paragraphs, but no wasted words.

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 3 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description lacks details on success/error behavior, partial update semantics, and relationship to create/get tools. Incomplete for an update operation.

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 coverage is 0%, so description must compensate. It lists each parameter with brief explanations (e.g., 'product_set_id: Product set ID to update'). However, it does not explain the expected format of filter_rules JSON or that optional fields default to null. Adds moderate value over 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 'Update a product set name or filter rules,' which clearly identifies the action and resource. It distinguishes from siblings like 'create_product_set' (creation vs update) and 'get_product_sets' (read). However, it could be more explicit that the product_set_id parameter identifies the target.

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 on when to use this tool vs alternatives (e.g., batch update, delete-recreate). No prerequisites or scenarios are mentioned. The description does not advise against misuse.

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