browser_mute_tab

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden. It usefully scopes the effect to all media audio in the active tab, but says nothing about persistence across navigation, tab switching, or reversibility of the change.

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?

One front-loaded sentence with no filler; every word earns its place and the scope qualifier comes before the effect.

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?

For a one-parameter, no-output-schema toggle, the description covers the essential behavior. Only persistence and scope-across-tabs details are missing, which are minor for this class of tool.

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 is 100% and the single boolean parameter is already documented, including its default of true. The description's 'mute or unmute' only paraphrases the schema, adding no format or side-effect detail.

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 pairs a specific verb pair (mute/unmute) with a precise resource (all media audio playback in the active tab), so the agent knows exactly what changes. It does not explicitly contrast with siblings like browser_set_media_theme, but no sibling overlaps meaningfully.

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?

Usage is only implied by the verb pair; there is no statement of when to reach for this tool versus alternatives, nor any note that omitting 'muted' defaults to muting. Adequate for a simple toggle but with clear gaps.

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