skylight_update_category

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

The description discloses a notable behavioral trait: converting a label into a family-member profile via linked_to_profile. However, it does not explain side effects, reversibility, required permissions, or what happens to existing category data. With no annotations, the description carries the burden, and this is only partially met.

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?

Single, well-structured sentence with the primary action front-loaded and specific use cases in a dash-delimited list. Every word earns its place with no fluff.

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 mutation tool with no annotations, no output schema, and partial parameter documentation, the description is too thin. It does not explain return values, failure conditions, prerequisites, or the implications of converting a category to a family-member profile.

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 semantic grouping by mapping 'rename/recolor' to label/color and the conversion to linked_to_profile. But schema coverage is only 57%, and frameId, avatar_id, and selected_for_chore_chart have no descriptions or contextual explanation, leaving meaningful gaps.

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 states a specific verb and resource — 'Update a category' — and then details concrete actions: rename, recolor, or convert a label into a family-member profile. This clearly differentiates it from sibling tools like create_category, delete_category, and list_categories.

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 explicit guidance is given about when to use this tool versus alternatives such as update_family_member or create_category. The only usage signal is the word 'Update,' which implies an existing category but does not state prerequisites or exclusions.

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