asana_remove_from_portfolio

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

Annotations already include readOnlyHint=false and destructiveHint=false, but the description adds no behavioral details beyond the single sentence. It does not explain side effects, permissions, or what happens to the item after removal. With annotations present, the description still contributes no extra behavioral context.

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 with no wasted words. It is front-loaded and quickly readable, which is appropriate for a simple operation. However, the extreme brevity sacrifices necessary detail, but that is not a conciseness issue per se.

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?

For a tool with two required parameters and no output schema, the description is too sparse. It fails to mention what the parameters mean, what the operation does beyond the name, or any real-world context such as when a portfolio item removal might be needed. The annotations cover some safety hints, but the description leaves major gaps.

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 0%, and the description does not explain what 'item_gid' and 'portfolio_gid' represent. The tool takes two required parameters, but the description only says 'an item' and 'a portfolio' without linking them to the parameter names. The agent is left without any semantic guidance for filling the parameters correctly.

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 'Remove an item from a portfolio.' essentially restates the tool name 'asana_remove_from_portfolio' without adding any distinguishing information. It is a tautology, providing no new context about the operation or how it differs from sibling tools like remove_from_project.

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 gives no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites, typical scenarios, or exclusions. An agent cannot determine from the description when removing an item from a portfolio is appropriate compared to other removal operations.

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