fast_batch_file_operations

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

No annotations exist, and the description fails to disclose critical behaviors like dry-run preview, backup creation, error handling, or atomicity. The schema contains these fields (stop_on_error, dry_run, create_backup) but the description does not surface them.

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 very concise. However, the brevity sacrifices informative value, so it earns a 4 rather than a 5.

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 of batch operations and the absence of output schema, the description omits essential details like return behavior, result format, execution order, and error reporting. It is missing information that would help an agent use the tool correctly.

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 schema already documents parameters. The description adds no extra parameter meaning, but the baseline is 3 due to high coverage. It provides minimal context for the overall operation.

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 'Performs batch operations on multiple files' is generic and does not specify the supported operations (copy, move, delete, rename) visible in the schema. It conveys batch processing but lacks specificity, making it only slightly above a tautology.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this batch tool versus the many sibling single-operation tools (e.g., fast_copy_file, fast_delete_file). There is no mention of trade-offs or prerequisites.

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