cloud_reset_server

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

With no annotations and a brief description, the agent learns only that the tool performs a hardware reset. Critical behavioral traits—such as whether data is preserved, whether the server powers down unexpectedly, or if there are any side effects—are absent. This is insufficient for safe invocation.

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, which is concise and front-loaded. However, it omits essential information, suggesting it is under-specified rather than efficiently concise.

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?

For a simple tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate but fails to explain the return value or any side effects. Given the complexity and sibling context, more detail would be beneficial.

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 input schema has 0% description coverage for parameters, and the tool description does not explain the 'server_id' parameter beyond its name. While the parameter name is self-explanatory, the description adds no extra semantic value, relying entirely on schema structure.

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 ('Hardware reset') and the resource ('a cloud server'), which is specific and distinguishes it from sibling tools like 'cloud_reboot_server' (soft reboot) and 'cloud_reset_server_password' (password reset). However, it does not elaborate on what a hardware reset entails, leaving some ambiguity.

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 like 'cloud_reboot_server' or 'cloud_power_off_server'. The agent has no context on prerequisites or situations where a hardware reset is preferred.

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