lc_preview_bulk_update_cases

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

No annotations are provided, so the description is the sole source of behavioral information. It states the tool is a 'preview' operation, implying it is non-destructive, but does not explicitly confirm read-only behavior. There is no mention of authentication requirements, rate limits, or what the preview returns. The limitation 'up to 200 cases' is noted but not explained (e.g., what happens if more than 200 are provided). Critical behavioral traits are missing.

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 sentence with 5 words, which is very concise. However, conciseness should not come at the expense of necessary information. The sentence is front-loaded with the action and limit, but it omits many details that could be added succinctly. It earns a 3 because it is minimal but not overly verbose; it could be improved without becoming too long.

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 tool's complexity (10 parameters, no output schema, no annotations) and the large sibling set of preview tools, the description is insufficiently complete. It does not explain what the preview generates (e.g., a diff summary, a count of affected cases, or an error report). The relationship to other preview tools (e.g., lc_preview_update_case for single cases) is not addressed. Key aspects like how to interpret the result or what the 'token_ttl_seconds' parameter affects are missing, making the description inadequate for a tool with such rich input capabilities.

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 0%, meaning no parameter descriptions exist in the schema. The tool description does not describe any of the 10 parameters (oid, case_numbers, tags, etc.) beyond what is implied by their names. For instance, 'case_numbers' could be list of case identifiers, but the description does not confirm format or requirements. The token_ttl_seconds parameter's purpose (probably related to an authorization token) is entirely unexplained. The description adds no value for parameter semantics.

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's purpose: to preview a bulk update of up to 200 cases. The verb 'preview' and resource 'cases' are explicit, and the 'bulk-update' qualifier distinguishes it from singular update previewing (lc_preview_update_case). However, it does not distinguish itself from other bulk preview tools like lc_preview_add_case_tags, but that is partially acceptable given the naming convention.

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 related tools like lc_confirm_action for committing the update, or lc_update_case for direct execution. The description does not indicate whether it should be used only before a subsequent commit action, leaving the agent to infer usage context.

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