delete_entities

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While 'Delete' implies a destructive, irreversible mutation, the description doesn't specify whether this requires special permissions, what happens to related data (like observations or relations), whether deletions are permanent or recoverable, or any rate limits/constraints. This leaves significant behavioral gaps for a destructive operation.

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, efficient sentence that directly states the tool's function without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it immediately comprehensible while avoiding redundancy or fluff.

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 destructive mutation tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is insufficiently complete. It doesn't address critical context like what 'delete' means operationally (permanent vs. soft delete), how it affects related graph elements, error conditions, or return values. Given the complexity and risk of entity deletion, more behavioral and contextual information is needed.

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 'entityNames' clearly documented as 'An array of entity names to delete.' The description adds no additional parameter context beyond what the schema provides, such as format examples or constraints. With complete schema coverage, the baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 action ('Delete') and target resource ('multiple entities from the knowledge graph'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'archive_entities' or 'merge_entities' which might also remove entities in different ways, preventing a perfect score.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'archive_entities' (which might preserve data) or 'merge_entities' (which consolidates before removal). There's no mention of prerequisites, consequences, or appropriate contexts for deletion versus other entity modification tools.

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