docs_create

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint false and destructiveHint false, indicating a non-read-only, non-destructive action. The description adds no further behavioral context (e.g., that it creates a document in the user's Drive, or that no existing data is modified), but it does not contradict the annotations, so a 3 is appropriate.

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, front-loaded sentence with zero unnecessary words. It clearly communicates the core action and resource, making it appropriately sized and easy to parse.

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 create operation with no output schema, the description fails to disclose the return value (e.g., the created document ID) or any side effects (e.g., saving to Drive). An agent would need to infer how to use the result, making this incomplete for a simple create tool.

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 100%, with the parameter 'title' fully documented as 'Document title.' The description adds no additional meaning beyond what the schema already provides, so it meets the baseline for adequately documented parameters.

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 clearly states the verb 'Create' and resource 'a new empty Google Doc,' which is specific and distinct from sibling tools like docs_get (retrieve) and docs_batchUpdate (modify). An agent can immediately understand the tool's purpose without inspecting the schema.

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 is given on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as drive_files_create or slides_create. There is no mention of prerequisites, context, or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer usage solely from the name.

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