set_switch_name

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

No annotations exist. The description implies mutation but does not disclose whether the operation is idempotent, requires authorization, or overwrites existing names. Lack of behavioral context beyond the basic verb.

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 sentence, which is short but fails to convey necessary information. True conciseness would include key details without verbosity; here it under-specifies the tool's behavior and parameters.

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?

Given the lack of annotations, output schema, and parameter descriptions, the context is incomplete. For a mutation tool with two required parameters, more guidance on inputs and effects is needed.

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 coverage is 0% and the description adds no parameter meaning. Both parameters (switchId, name) are left undefined. An agent cannot infer constraints like name format or switchId source.

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 'Set a switch name' clearly indicates the action (set) and the resource (switch name). It distinguishes from sibling tools like set_variable_name which operate on different resources. However, it could be more specific about what a switch is.

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 usage guidelines are provided. The description does not specify when to use this tool, prerequisites, or alternatives (e.g., use get_switches to view existing switches).

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