Assign Channel to Room/Function

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

Annotations already provide destructiveHint=true (modification) and idempotentHint=true. Description adds specifics about assignment targets (room/function) and input format. Could mention if assignment overwrites or allows multiple, but openWorldHint leaves ambiguity.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with action, then key details. No extraneous text.

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?

Tool has 3 simple params and no output schema. Description covers action, prerequisites, constraints. Lacks error conditions or success indicator, but openWorldHint implies agent should handle unknowns. Complete enough for this complexity.

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 100% with descriptions for all 3 params. Description adds value by explaining channel is address, room/function are exact names, and the requirement for at least one of room/function (not captured in required field).

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 verb 'Assign' and resource 'channel to a room and/or function group'. Distinguishes from sibling 'unassign_channel' and related list tools for names.

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?

Provides clear context: use to assign channel, suggests prerequisite tools (list_rooms, list_functions). Includes constraint that at least one of room or function is required. Does not explicitly exclude alternatives, but sibling context makes it clear.

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