cloud_create_server_image

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

Without annotations, the description carries full burden for behavioral traits. It mentions creation but omits details like whether the server must be offline, permission requirements, or if the operation is destructive to existing data. The word 'backup' implies some safety but is not explicit.

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 concise sentence without redundancy. However, it achieves conciseness at the cost of omitting necessary details, so it does not fully earn its place.

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 4 parameters (some nullable) and an output schema, the description should explain parameter roles, return values, and operational context. It only covers the basic action, lacking completeness for safe agent use.

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 schema has 0% description coverage, and the description adds no parameter meaning beyond field names. The 'type' parameter (snapshot vs backup) and 'labels' object format are unexplained, leaving the agent to guess their 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 creates a snapshot or backup image from a server. It uses a specific verb ('create') and resource ('server image'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like cloud_create_server or cloud_delete_image.

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 such as cloud_create_server or cloud_enable_server_backup. The description lacks context for preconditions (e.g., server state) or exclusions.

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