skylight_update_list

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

No annotations provided, and the description is too brief to disclose behavioral traits. It implies mutation but does not specify side effects, required permissions, idempotency, or whether omitted fields are preserved.

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?

A single sentence is concise but lacks necessary detail. It is front-loaded and readable, but the brevity limits its usefulness.

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 no output schema, no annotations, and 5 parameters with minimal description coverage, the tool definition is incomplete. It does not explain required parameters, return values, or provide enough context for correct invocation.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description should add meaning, but it only names three fields (name, color, type), missing listId and frameId. The field name 'name' does not match schema 'label', and 'type' maps to 'kind' enum, adding some but incomplete context.

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 'Update a Skylight list's name, color, or type', identifying the resource and updatable fields. However, it uses 'name' and 'type' instead of the schema's 'label' and 'kind', causing potential confusion. It does distinguish from siblings like create/delete/list.

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 (e.g., skylight_update_list_item, skylight_delete_list). No prerequisites or conditions for use are mentioned.

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