cloud_power_on_server

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

No annotations are provided, and the description only states the action without disclosing side effects, permissions, or constraints (e.g., what happens if the server is already powered on). The description carries the full burden but offers minimal transparency.

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 (6 words), which is efficient and front-loaded. However, it could incorporate more useful context without sacrificing conciseness.

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 simplicity (one parameter, no annotations, output schema exists), the description is minimally adequate but lacks details about preconditions, return values, or error scenarios that would help an agent use it 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?

The only parameter 'server_id' has a schema with title and type, but the description provides no additional meaning. With 0% schema description coverage, the description fails to compensate by explaining how to obtain or use the server ID.

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 action ('Power on'), the resource ('cloud server'), and the condition ('stopped'), which distinguishes it from sibling tools like 'cloud_power_off_server' and 'cloud_reboot_server'.

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 implies when to use (when a server is stopped), but does not explicitly state when not to use it (e.g., if the server is already running) or mention alternatives like 'cloud_reboot_server' for rebooting.

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