Update Workspace

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

The description adds no behavioral context beyond the annotations. It does not disclose whether updates are partial or full, what errors may occur, or any side effects. The annotations already indicate it is a non-read-only, non-idempotent, non-destructive operation, but the description contributes nothing extra.

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, short sentence, making it concise and free of fluff. However, it is so brief that it edges toward under-specification rather than efficient communication, though it does earn its place by stating the core action.

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 relatively simple, and the schema, annotations, and output schema fill in some gaps. Yet the description leaves out important contextual details like whether the update is partial (only provided fields) and what happens to unspecified settings. This is a minimal viable description, but it could be more complete.

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 schema provides 100% coverage for all parameters (id, public, enableAi) with clear descriptions, so the baseline of 3 applies. The tool description does not add any additional meaning or explanation about 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 states the action (update) and target (workspace settings), but it is vague and does not specify which settings. It does not differentiate from sibling tools like create_workspace or delete_workspace, and the phrase 'Update workspace settings' is little more than a restatement of the tool name.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description does not mention any prerequisites, exclusions, or situations where another tool (create_workspace, delete_workspace) would be more appropriate.

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