clone_board

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

No annotations and the description does not describe behavioral traits such as side effects, permissions, or return behavior. 'Clone a board' is a vague action without explanation of what happens.

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 a single sentence, but it is too minimal. While concise, it fails to provide necessary details, making it only acceptable in structure.

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?

With no output schema, no annotations, and 4 parameters, the description is highly incomplete. It does not explain the cloning process, result, or any constraints.

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 75% (3 of 4 parameters have descriptions), so baseline is 3. The tool description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema, thus no improvement.

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 states 'Clone a board' which identifies the verb and resource, distinguishing it from create/delete/update. However, it lacks detail on scope or outcome, making it only modestly clear.

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 clone vs create, prerequisites, or limitations. The description provides no context for selecting this tool over siblings.

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