update_bulk_tasks

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

No annotations provided, and description lacks behavioral details (auth, side effects, rate limits). Moreover, it claims 'per-task updates' but the input schema only allows a single update object, creating a contradiction. This misleads the agent about capabilities.

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 is concise but contains inaccurate info ('per-task updates'). Could be restructured for clarity without losing brevity.

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 bulk mutation tool with 4 parameters and no output schema, the description is too sparse. Lacks explanation of per-task vs same updates, batch limits (though schema has maxItems), and return values.

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 coverage is 75% but description adds little beyond schema; 'custom_task_ids' has no description. The per-task claim contradicts schema, and no output info is given, which is needed for parameter 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?

Description clearly states 'Apply updates to many tasks at once', specifying verb and resource, and distinguishes from single-task 'update_task' sibling by mentioning bulk and per-task updates.

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?

Implies bulk usage but does not explicitly guide when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'update_task'. No when-not-to-use or prerequisites mentioned.

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