davinci_import_media

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

With no annotations present, the description carries the full burden of explaining side effects. It only states the basic import action without mentioning whether bins are created, whether existing clips are duplicated, error handling for missing files, or any state changes beyond adding media.

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 redundancy. It front-loads the primary action and includes only essential details, making it easy to scan and understand.

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 adequately states the core function but omits important context such as expected output, failure modes, or relationship to sibling import tools. Given the moderate complexity and lack of annotations, it is minimally complete but not richly contextual.

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 has no parameter descriptions, so the tool description must compensate. It clarifies that file_paths are local disk paths and bin_name is the target bin, adding some meaning. However, it does not specify path formats, supported file extensions, or behavior when bin_name is omitted, leaving gaps.

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 a specific action ('imports'), the resource type ('video/audio clips'), and the destination ('a designated Media Pool bin'). It effectively distinguishes this tool from sibling tools like davinci_import_audio and davinci_smart_ingest by focusing on general media import.

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 instead of alternatives such as davinci_smart_ingest or davinci_import_audio. The description lacks context about preferred scenarios, prerequisites like existing bins, or when the default bin_name would be appropriate.

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