updateSettings

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

With no annotations, the description should fully disclose behavioral traits. It mentions partial update behavior and includes a safety warning, but it does not specify authorization needs, rate limits, or how nested objects are handled (e.g., merge vs. replace). The mutation nature is implied but not elaborated.

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 concise with two sentences and a safety note, front-loading the purpose. However, it could be slightly more structured by separating the safety note or adding a brief example. No wasted words.

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 absence of an output schema, the description should clarify what the tool returns. It does not mention response behavior or error handling. For a mutation tool with 5 parameters and nested objects, more details on updates and side effects are needed for 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 input schema covers 60% of parameters with descriptions. The description adds semantic value by stating only provided fields are updated, which guides partial updates. However, it does not explain the format or constraints for nested objects (e.g., rewrites), leaving some ambiguity.

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 configuration settings for a profile, with a note that only provided fields are updated. However, it does not differentiate itself from sibling tools that update specific settings (e.g., updateBlockPageSettings), missing an opportunity to clarify when to use this broader tool versus specialized ones.

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 lacks any guidance on when to use this tool over siblings. The safety note restricts usage to test profiles but does not compare this tool to alternatives like updateBlockPageSettings or updateLogsSettings. No context on prerequisites or typical use cases is provided.

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