updateParentalControlSettings

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits like side effects, permissions required, or idempotency. The mutation nature is implied but not clarified.

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 short sentence, which is concise but lacks structure and detailed information. It is front-loaded but does not earn its place with added value.

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 lack of output schema, low parameter coverage, and no guidance on mutation behavior or success/failure output, the description is incomplete for an effective tool usage. The agent may need additional context from sibling tools or external sources.

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 only 25% (only profile_id has a description). The three boolean parameters (safeSearch, youtubeRestrictedMode, blockBypass) have no descriptions in either schema or tool description, leaving their meaning ambiguous.

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 'Updates parental control configuration options' specifies a verb and resource, but it lacks specificity about what configuration options are included. It does not distinguish from sibling tools like updateParentalControlCategoryEntry or updateParentalControlServiceEntry, which also perform updates.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites, such as first retrieving settings with getParentalControlSettings, or when to use other update tools.

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