Pcloud Copy File

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

With no annotations provided, the description must carry the full behavioral disclosure burden. It does not mention whether the destination file is overwritten, whether parent folders are created, whether metadata is preserved, or whether copying is non-destructive beyond the literal meaning of 'copy.'

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, direct sentence with no filler, and the verb and resource are front-loaded. It is concise, though it achieves brevity at the expense of useful operational details.

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 mutation tool with no annotations and two undocumented parameters, this description is not complete enough. The output schema covers return values, but the agent is left to guess destination path semantics, overwrite behavior, and edge cases like missing parent folders.

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 should compensate by explaining path and to_path. The phrase 'new location' hints at the destination but does not clarify whether to_path should be a full target file path or a directory, nor whether the source filename is preserved at the destination.

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 operation: 'Copy a file in pCloud to a new location.' It uses a specific verb and resource, and explicitly says 'file,' distinguishing it from sibling folder operations like pcloud_copy_folder.

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 pcloud_copy_folder, pcloud_rename_file, or pcloud_delete_file. The description states what the tool does but provides no context for choosing it over sibling tools.

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