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

No annotations provided. Description only says 'Change,' implying mutation, but lacks details on consequences, required permissions, or side effects. For a tool modifying system settings, this is insufficient.

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 single sentence that front-loads the main purpose. However, brevity sacrifices necessary details for a tool with 24 parameters.

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 24 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is far from complete. It does not explain how to combine parameters or valid values for 'setting' and 'state', leaving large gaps for an AI agent.

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 has 71% description coverage, but several key parameters (e.g., 'setting', 'state', 'app', 'permission') have empty descriptions. The tool description does not add semantics beyond the schema, failing to compensate for missing parameter explanations.

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?

Description clearly states the tool changes OS settings and app permissions, providing a specific verb and resource. However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like 'network' or 'open' that might also modify settings.

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 versus alternatives. No mention of prerequisites or exclusions. The description is a single sentence without context for use.

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