Update Form Layout

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

No annotations, so description carries full burden. Discloses preview-only nature, case sensitivity, nested structure for SUBTABLE, and deployment requirement. Could mention error conditions like revision mismatch more explicitly.

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?

Four sentences, front-loaded with action and scope. Each sentence adds unique information: purpose, prerequisites, case sensitivity, nesting example, deployment need. No unnecessary 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 complexity (3 params, no enums, output schema present), description covers environment (preview), prerequisites, nesting details, and post-update step (deploy). Sufficient for agent to use correctly.

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 100%, baseline 3. Description adds value by explaining SUBTABLE nested structure, emphasizing case-sensitivity, and noting requirement when adding new fields. Enhances schema meaning.

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?

Clearly states 'Update form layout settings in a kintone app (preview environment only)'. Verb 'Update' and resource 'form layout settings' are specific, and the preview scope differentiates from other form-related tools.

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?

Provides clear prerequisites: use kintone-get-form-fields and kintone-get-form-layout first. Also explains that changes require kintone-deploy-app to apply to live. Lacks explicit when-not-to-use but context is strong.

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