Update application

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

Annotations already indicate mutation (readOnlyHint=false) and non-idempotency. The description adds no additional behavioral context, such as whether updates are partial or full replacements, or what happens if required fields are missing. It fails to go beyond annotations.

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 very short (one sentence) but essentially repeats the title. While concise, it sacrifices informative value. It could be more structured without increasing length significantly.

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?

Despite annotations and a fully described schema, the description lacks crucial context: no explanation of the update operation's scope, no mention of output or error states, and no guidance on using the numerous optional parameters. Incomplete for a tool with 7 parameters.

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 input schema has 100% description coverage, so each parameter's purpose is already documented. The description does not add further semantics about parameter interactions or default behaviors, earning a baseline score of 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 'Update an application.' clearly indicates verb and resource, matching the title. However, it lacks specificity about what can be updated, and does not differentiate from sibling tools like create_application or delete_application, making it merely adequate.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as create_application or update_environment. There is no mention of prerequisites, side effects, or conditions that warrant using this tool.

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