bulk_stop_tasks

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It explains that 'confirm' must be set to True to execute, indicating a safety mechanism. However, it does not mention destructiveness, error handling, or partial failure behavior. The return value is vaguely described as 'confirmation details or bulk stop results'.

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 brief with a one-line summary followed by a structured arg list. Every sentence is useful, though the arg descriptions could be condensed. The summary is front-loaded.

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 an output schema exists (as per context signals), the description need not detail return values, but it only gives a vague hint. It lacks information on error scenarios, permissions, or prerequisites for the bulk operation. The description is adequate for simple use but incomplete for robust decision-making.

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 description coverage is 0%, so the description must add meaning. The args list essentially restates the schema titles (e.g., 'ID of the project'). It does add the crucial detail that 'confirm' must be True to execute, which is not in the schema. But overall, it adds little beyond the schema.

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 explicitly states 'Stop multiple tasks with confirmation', which is a specific verb-resource pair. This clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like 'stop_task' (single task) and 'stop_all_template_tasks' (all tasks of a template).

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?

The description implies usage for stopping multiple tasks, but provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., 'stop_task' for single tasks). There is no mention of when not to use it or prerequisites.

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