zwave_begin_rebuilding_routes

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

Discloses that the operation runs in background and returns immediately, which is sufficient for a simple start action. No annotations so responsibility on description; minor missing detail on potential impact but still good.

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 with no redundancy. Front-loaded purpose, efficient.

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?

Sufficient for a parameterless tool with no output schema. Links to stop tool. Could mention typical duration but not required.

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?

No parameters exist; schema coverage is 100%. Following guidelines, zero parameters baseline is 4. Description adds no unnecessary param info.

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?

Clearly states it starts a network-wide route rebuild (network heal). Effectively distinguishes from sibling tools like zwave_rebuild_node_routes and zwave_stop_rebuilding_routes.

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?

Explicitly explains the non-blocking nature ('returns once started, proceeds in background') and names the cancelling sibling tool, providing clear when-to-use and alternative.

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