Set Panel Password

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full responsibility for disclosing behavioral traits. It only states that the tool sets a password, without mentioning effects on running VPS, required permissions, whether the password change is immediate, or any potential service impact. This lack of detail makes it hard to anticipate consequences for a write 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?

The description is a single concise sentence with no redundant words. It is front-loaded with the action and includes examples in parentheses, making it highly efficient.

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 tool is simple with only two params and full schema coverage, so the description is arguably sufficient for basic understanding. However, the absence of annotations and output schema means the description should ideally clarify what happens on success (e.g., returns confirmation, restarts panel) or any prerequisites. It is adequate but leaves a gap in operational expectations.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description does not add additional semantics beyond the schema; it just reaffirms that 'password' is the new panel password. No extra value or context is provided for the parameters.

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: 'Set panel password for a VPS' with specific examples (cPanel/Plesk). It uses a specific verb+resource and distinguishes from the related sibling tool vps_set_root_password by focusing on the panel password.

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 usage is implied: this tool is for setting the panel password on a VPS. However, it does not explicitly mention when to use it over alternatives like vps_set_root_password or provide exclusion criteria. The context is clear but lacks guidance on tool selection.

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