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update_draft

Update an unpublished Substack draft post by modifying its title, subtitle, body in markdown, or audience.

Instructions

Update an existing draft post. Only works on unpublished drafts. Accepts markdown body.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
bodyNoNew body in markdown format
titleNoNew title
audienceNoWho can see this post
draft_idYesThe draft ID to update
subtitleNoNew subtitle
Behavior3/5

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

Annotations already indicate non-destructive modification (destructiveHint=false, readOnlyHint=false). The description adds that it accepts markdown body and only applies to unpublished drafts, which provides some behavioral context beyond the annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise with only two sentences and no fluff. Every word serves a purpose, making it highly efficient.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

While the purpose and constraint are clear, the description does not clarify whether updates are partial or full, nor does it mention return values or error scenarios. Given the lack of an output schema, some additional context would be helpful for an AI agent.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so the schema already documents all parameters and their purposes. The description mentions 'accepts markdown body', but this is also covered by the body parameter's description in the schema. No additional semantic value is added.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states 'Update an existing draft post' which accurately conveys the action and resource. The additional constraint 'Only works on unpublished drafts' further distinguishes it from siblings like get_draft or list_drafts.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description implicitly guides usage by specifying that it only works on unpublished drafts, but it does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives like create_draft or get_draft. Still, the constraint provides clear context.

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

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