add_method

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It discloses the insertion position ('at the end of a class body') and provides an example showing indentation. However, it does not mention error handling or side effects (e.g., file modification).

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?

Extremely concise: two lines of usage guidance plus a short example. Every sentence adds value, and the structure is easy to scan. No wasted words.

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 3 required parameters and an output schema (not described here), the description covers the main action and provides a clear example. However, it lacks details on prerequisites (e.g., class must exist) and error scenarios. The example partially compensates.

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%; the description compensates with an example that illustrates usage of all three parameters ('file_path', 'class_target', 'content') and their roles. No explicit parameter descriptions, but the example is sufficient for understanding.

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 uses a specific verb ('Add'), a clear resource ('method'), and location ('at the end of a class body'). It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'add_field' and 'add_top_level' by explicitly stating when not to use them.

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?

Explicitly states when to use ('adding a method to an existing class') and when not to use, naming alternative tools ('add_field', 'add_top_level'). Includes an example that clarifies typical usage.

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