delete_recipe

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

Discloses the critical irreversible nature and permanency, which is essential given there are no annotations. It does not detail potential side effects on dependent resources or API-level authorization, but the core destructive behavior is clearly conveyed.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded, every word contributes. The warning about irreversibility is concise and impactful.

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 one-parameter delete operation, the description covers the key context: irreversible action and need for user confirmation. It could mention whether a running recipe can be deleted or return behavior, but these are not essential given the tool's simplicity.

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 tool description never mentions recipe_id. While the parameter name is self-explanatory, the description adds no semantic value beyond the schema, which itself provides no guidance.

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?

Clearly states the verb (delete), resource (recipe), and the permanency of the action. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like start_recipe, stop_recipe, and copy_recipe.

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?

Provides a clear usage prerequisite: confirm with the user first. However, it does not explicitly contrast with alternatives like stop_recipe or update_recipe, nor does it describe scenarios where deletion is inappropriate.

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