mail_deleteAutoreplyV1

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It discloses that the mailbox stops sending automatic replies immediately, which is useful behavioral context. However, it lacks details on idempotency, error handling, or consequences of deleting a non-existent autoreply.

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 two sentences, front-loading the action and effect. No extraneous text; every word adds value.

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?

The description covers the essential action and immediate effect for a simple deletion. No output schema exists, but the description is adequate for a one-parameter tool. Could mention success confirmation or behavior on missing ID, but sufficient.

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 100% with one parameter 'autoreplyId' described as 'Autoreply resource ID'. The description does not add additional meaning beyond the schema; the baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 ('Delete') and the resource ('autoreply of a mailbox'), and distinguishes from sibling tools like create, update, and list autoreplies. It provides a specific verb and resource with immediate effect stated.

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?

The description implies when to use (when an autoreply needs to be removed) but does not explicitly guide when not to use or name alternatives. Sibling tools provide context but no explicit comparison.

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