Create Downloadable Backup

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

The description indicates a mutating action ('create'), consistent with the openWorldHint annotation, but it does not disclose any additional behavioral traits such as whether the operation is asynchronous, how long it takes, or what the response looks like. With only openWorldHint present, the description carries the burden of explaining side effects, which it fails to do.

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, clear sentence with no filler. The verb and object are front-loaded, making it immediately actionable and 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?

With only one parameter and full schema coverage, the description is minimal but adequate for basic invocation. However, it lacks information about the operation's outcome (e.g., return value, whether a backup ID is generated) and does not clarify how it differs from the sibling 'create' tool, leaving some ambiguity for correct selection.

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% since env_id is fully described in the schema. The description adds no extra meaning to the parameter beyond what the schema already provides, so it meets the baseline for high coverage.

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 'Create' and the resource 'a downloadable backup for an environment'. It is specific enough to distinguish from generic backup creation by adding 'downloadable', but it does not explicitly contrast with sibling tools like kinsta_backups_create or kinsta_backups_downloadable, so it earns a 4 rather than a 5.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus its siblings (e.g., kinsta_backups_create, kinsta_backups_downloadable). The description simply states what it does without any contextual cues or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer the appropriate scenario.

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