create_secret

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

No annotations provided, so the description carries full weight. It discloses encryption at rest and referencing pattern, but does not mention uniqueness constraints, rate limits, or behavior on duplicate keys. While helpful, more behavioral details would improve transparency.

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 two sentences, front-loads the action, and every sentence serves a purpose. No unnecessary words, highly efficient.

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?

Given an output schema exists, the description need not detail return values. It covers creation, required fields, encryption, and practical usage. However, it omits mention of uniqueness (key must be unique within workspace) and potential failure modes, which would enhance 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?

The description adds value beyond the input schema by noting encryption and the referencing syntax ({{secrets.KEY}}). Though the schema has descriptions for key and value, the description clarifies their role and usage. Context signals indicate 0% schema coverage, increasing the burden.

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 'Create an encrypted secret' with specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from sibling create tools by focusing on secrets and mentioning encryption and referencing in auth configs.

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 identifies required fields (key, value) and provides usage context (referencing in monitor auth configs). However, it does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives like update_secret or delete_secret, missing exclusion criteria.

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