create_selection_strategy

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

With no annotations, the description should disclose behavioral traits. It only mentions the 'confirmed' requirement and implies a write operation, but does not detail side effects, error handling, or whether it creates or updates a strategy.

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 two sentences, front-loading the purpose and adding a key requirement. Every sentence is essential, with 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?

The tool has 8 parameters and no output schema, but the description omits what the tool returns (e.g., created strategy ID). It also lacks details on how parameters like priority or description interact, leaving the agent underinformed.

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 50%, so the description has room to add parameter context. However, it only implicitly references collection, eligibility_rule, and ranking_formula, and adds 'confirmed' requirement. It does not explain non-obvious parameters like description, priority, or access_token.

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 states the tool 'Wires a collection, eligibility rule, and ranking formula into a selection strategy,' which clearly indicates the action and resources involved. It distinguishes from sibling tools that create individual components.

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 mentions the requirement 'confirmed: true to execute,' which is a usage condition. However, it does not provide guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as creating components separately.

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