alexa_delete_groupDelete an Alexa smart home group or room using its group ID. Obtain the ID with alexa_list_groups, then remove the group from your Alexa setup.
Delete an Alexa smart home group/room.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| groupId | Yes | The group ID to delete (from alexa_list_groups) |
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v1.2.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are present, and the description only states 'Delete' without disclosing behavioral traits such as permanence, permissions required, or side effects. The agent lacks understanding of the tool's impact.
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 information. Every word is necessary.
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?
While the tool is simple, the description omits important context such as return behavior or success confirmation. Given no output schema, the description should provide more completeness.
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 already describes the single parameter (groupId) as 'The group ID to delete (from alexa_list_groups)'. The description adds no additional meaning, meeting the baseline for 100% schema 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 ('Delete') and the resource ('Alexa smart home group/room'). It distinguishes from sibling tools like alexa_create_group and alexa_update_group.
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 vs alternatives (e.g., alexa_update_group). The description lacks context about prerequisites or exclusions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.