update_agent_prompt_templates

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

There are no annotations provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It merely states the action without detailing side effects (e.g., whether existing templates are overwritten), permission requirements, or what happens to customizations. This is a significant gap for a mutation tool.

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, well-structured sentence with a front-loaded verb and no unnecessary words. It efficiently conveys the action, scope, and method.

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?

With one required parameter, a clear schema, and no output schema, the description is structurally simple. However, it lacks critical behavioral context: no mention of side effects, whether the operation is destructive, or what is returned. Given it is a mutation tool with no annotations, this is insufficient.

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 100% for the single parameter (projectId), so baseline is 3. The description adds some context by indicating the update applies to all agent types, but it does not add specific parameter-level meaning beyond what the schema provides.

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 action ('Update'), the resource ('prompt templates'), and the scope ('for all agent types'), with the method ('predefined best-practice templates'). This is specific and distinguishes it from sibling tools like list_templates or render_template.

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 implies when to use the tool (to update prompt templates), but gives no explicit guidance on when not to use it or alternatives. It provides scope ('for all agent types') but does not mention any exclusions or contrast with related tools.

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