set_rssi_channel

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the burden of behavior disclosure. It mentions that 0 disables channel RSSI and notes the type INT8 with default 0, but does not explain persistence, required permissions, side effects, or valid range (schema bounds are inconsistent with INT8).

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 extremely concise, using a single sentence plus a brief annotation to convey all necessary information. It is front-loaded and efficient, with 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?

For a simple setter with one parameter, the description is adequate. It covers the purpose and special value 0 but lacks information on valid range (INT8 vs schema bounds) and potential side effects. The absence of an output schema is acceptable for a setter.

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?

The description adds significant meaning beyond the schema's 'Value for rssi_channel (INT8)'. It explains the special meaning of 0, specifies the INT8 type, and gives a default value, helping the agent understand the parameter's semantics fully.

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 verb 'Set' and the resource 'rssi_channel', explaining it is an AUX channel carrying RSSI signal. It distinguishes itself from other set_* tools by specifying the exact parameter, though it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like set_rssi_invert.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention prerequisites, context, or when not to use it, leaving the agent without decision-making help among many RSSI-related setters.

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