Bulk-Apply Hashtag Plan

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

With no annotations, the description covers idempotence and tag validation, but lacks details on failure behavior (e.g., rollback on partial failure) and authentication requirements. It adds value beyond the name but is not comprehensive.

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-loaded with the core action, and avoids unnecessary words. Every part adds value for an agent understanding the tool.

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?

Given the complexity (nested objects, 3 params, no output schema) and lack of annotations, the description omits error handling behavior and return value. It provides the essential behavior but is not complete for a full understanding of side effects or failure modes.

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 description explains the main 'plan' parameter's structure and the requirement for '#'-prefixed tags. However, it does not elaborate on 'descriptions' or 'rate_seconds' beyond what the schema shows. With 0% schema coverage, the description partially compensates but could be more detailed.

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 tool's action: for each entry, ensure the collection exists and add the article. It specifies the verb 'ensure' and resource 'collection', and distinguishes from siblings like oe_collections_add_article by describing a batch operation.

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 mentions idempotence and the constraint that only '#'-prefixed tags are accepted, which guides when to use. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use or provide alternative tools, though the sibling list implies oe_collections_add_article for single operations.

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