delegate_task

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

Discloses that parent status changes to 'delegated'. However, no annotations are provided, and the description does not mention other behavioral aspects like return values, error scenarios, or permission requirements (beyond a note in schema description for project_id). It offers partial transparency but lacks full coverage.

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?

Two concise sentences with no redundancy. Every word serves a purpose, conveying core action, behavioral effect, and usage distinction efficiently.

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?

Covers core behavior and use case differentiation but lacks details on output (return value) and potential side effects. Given no output schema and moderate complexity, additional context about what the tool returns or error states would improve completeness.

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?

Input schema has 100% coverage with descriptions for all 8 parameters. The description adds minimal extra meaning beyond the schema, such as the context of delegation linking. Baseline 3 is appropriate as schema already handles semantics.

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?

Clearly states it creates a child task linked to a parent and flips parent status to 'delegated'. Distinguishes itself from assign_task by specifying the use case for multi-agent handoffs with delegation chain recording.

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?

Explicitly advises to use this tool instead of assign_task for multi-agent handoffs to record delegation chain. Provides clear guidance on when to prefer this tool over a sibling.

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