lc_preview_set_hive_record

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

Lacks annotations, so description must disclose behavior. 'Preview' suggests dry run, but no details on side effects, auth requirements, output format, or what 'token_ttl_seconds' does. Agent cannot assess safety or expected response.

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?

Single sentence is very concise, but omits critical information. Efficiency is undermined by lack of substance. Would benefit from brief elaboration on key aspects.

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?

With 13 parameters, no annotations, no output schema, and no parameter descriptions, the description is severely incomplete. Does not explain hive record concept, preview purpose, or return value. Agent lacks sufficient context to invoke 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 0%, and description adds no parameter details. Agent sees only parameter names (oid, hive_name, key, etc.) with no hints about format, constraints, or relationships. Fails to compensate for missing schema descriptions.

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?

Description clearly states it previews creating or updating a Hive record. Distinguishes from delete, rename, and enabled-preview siblings. Could explicitly contrast with lc_preview_delete_hive_record to further clarify.

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 on when to use this tool vs alternatives. No when-not-to-use, prerequisites, or mention of related tools like lc_get_hive_record for reading first. Agent is left to infer from context.

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