launch_intent

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

The description lacks details about side effects, permissions, or potential risks of launching arbitrary intents. Since no annotations are available, this information gap is significant. Examples show usage but not behavioral consequences.

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 a single leading sentence and three practical examples that earn their place. No redundant text is present.

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 and 0% schema descriptions, the description provides useful examples but misses the required device parameter and fails to explain return or error behaviors. It is adequate for common cases but not fully complete.

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 examples illustrate the use of action, data, package, and extras parameters, but the required 'device' parameter is entirely unaddressed. With 0% schema coverage, this leaves a critical gap for correct invocation.

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 'Launch a full Android intent' with a specific verb and resource. It also differentiates from the sibling tool launch_app by saying 'More powerful than launch_app()'. The examples further demonstrate the purpose.

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 explicitly positions this tool against launch_app, providing a comparative usage guideline. However, it does not specify when NOT to use it or alternative tools for specific intents, leaving some ambiguity.

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