updateParentalControlCategoryEntry

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

With no annotations, the description must cover behavioral traits. It mentions updating properties like enable/disable but does not disclose side effects, permissions, idempotency, or whether partial updates are supported. The safety note adds context but leaves significant gaps.

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 sentences: one for purpose, one for safety. No wasted words, front-loaded with the key action and resource.

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 the complexity (multiple sibling tools, no output schema), the description lacks information to fully understand the tool's role and behavior. It does not explain how this differs from similar update tools or what the result is.

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%, so the baseline is 3. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema (only hinting at the 'active' parameter's purpose). It does not clarify the role of profile_id or id beyond what the schema provides.

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 tool updates properties of a parental control category entry with an example (enable/disable). However, it does not explicitly distinguish from sibling tools like updateParentalControlServiceEntry or addToParentalControlCategories, which could cause confusion.

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 safety note restricts use to designated test profiles, but there is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., addToParentalControlCategories or replaceParentalControlCategories). The agent lacks context for appropriate invocation.

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