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delete_households_shopping_items

Deletes multiple shopping items from a household's shopping list. Specify the IDs of items to remove.

Instructions

Delete Many

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idsNo
accept-languageNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, and the description fails to disclose that this is a destructive operation. It also doesn't mention whether it returns the deleted items or just a success status.

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

Conciseness2/5

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

The description is extremely concise (two words), but this conciseness comes at the cost of missing critical information. A one-sentence description could be both concise and informative.

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

Completeness2/5

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

Given the presence of an output schema and the complexity of a batch delete operation, the description is insufficient. It doesn't mention return behavior, prerequisites, or side effects.

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

Parameters1/5

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

Schema description coverage is 0%. The description does not explain the 'ids' parameter (array of UUIDs to delete) or the 'accept-language' parameter. These need explanation.

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

Purpose2/5

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

The description 'Delete Many' vaguely implies bulk deletion but doesn't explicitly state it deletes household shopping items. The name provides clarity, but the description adds no additional specificity.

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

Usage Guidelines2/5

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

No guidance on when to use this tool versus the existing single-item delete tool (delete_households_shopping_items_by_item). The description should clarify that this is for batch deletion.

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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