ableton_quantize_clip

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits such as destructiveness (in-place modification), side effects on other note properties, or required permissions. It only states the basic 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 short sentence, but it sacrifices completeness for brevity. It does not earn its place by adding value beyond the tool name, as critical information about parameters and usage is omitted.

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 description lacks details about return values, constraints (e.g., clip must be MIDI and editable), and behavior beyond note start times. Given no output schema and four parameters, this is insufficient for an agent to invoke the tool reliably.

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 only 25% (only grid has a description). The tool description does not explain parameters like strength, trackIndex, or clipSlotIndex, leaving the agent without necessary context to use them 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 clearly states the tool quantizes MIDI note start times in an existing editable clip. It specifies the action and resource, which distinguishes it from siblings like humanize or apply_groove, though it does not explicitly differentiate.

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 lacks guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., humanize, apply_groove). It implies the clip must be editable but does not mention prerequisites like the clip containing MIDI notes.

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