todoist_task_delete

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

No annotations provided. Description only states it deletes a task, omitting critical behavioral details like irreversibility, permission requirements, or effects on subtasks. Minimal disclosure for a delete operation.

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?

Single sentence with no redundancy. Efficient, though could include more behavioral context without becoming verbose.

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?

Simple tool but lacks differentiation from sibling tools (e.g., close, bulk delete) and fails to clarify return value or side effects. With no output schema, more description is needed.

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?

Schema covers 100% of parameters with descriptions. Description adds 'case-insensitive' and 'partial name search', which enhances clarity marginally but does not significantly compensate beyond schema.

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?

Description clearly states delete action on a task, with two search methods (ID or partial name). Distinguishes from siblings like todoist_task_close or bulk delete by specifying the scope.

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?

Specifies how to use (by ID or partial name) and precedence, but lacks guidance on when to use this versus related tools (e.g., close, bulk delete), nor any prerequisites or restrictions.

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