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actual-budget-mcp

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delete_category_group

Destructive

Remove a budget category group and reassign its transactions to another category to keep your budget organized.

Instructions

Delete a category group. You must specify a category to transfer orphaned categories' transactions to.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
groupYesCategory group name or ID to delete
transfer_toYesCategory name or ID to transfer orphaned transactions to
Behavior4/5

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

Beyond the destructiveHint annotation, the description discloses that orphaned categories' transactions must be transferred, which is a critical behavioral detail. No contradiction with annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Two sentences with no wasted words, efficiently conveying the core action and mandatory requirement.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The description adequately covers key behavioral aspects for a destructive tool with two parameters. It could optionally elaborate on the effect of deletion, but the information is sufficient for correct use.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100% with descriptions for both parameters. The description restates the need for transfer_to but adds no new semantic meaning beyond the schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action 'Delete a category group' and the resource, distinguishing it from sibling tools like create_category_group or update_category_group.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description mandates specifying a transfer category for orphaned transactions, providing essential usage guidance. However, it does not explicitly compare to alternatives like delete_category or state when not to use this tool.

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

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