Enable Storage Box Snapshot Plan

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

Annotations already indicate idempotentHint=true and readOnlyHint=false, so the description adds 'or update' which aligns with idempotency. However, it does not disclose additional behavioral traits beyond what annotations provide, such as whether existing snapshots are affected or if the plan triggers immediately.

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 sentence of 14 words, front-loaded with the verb, and contains no unnecessary words or information. It is highly concise and well-structured.

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 the tool has 6 parameters and no output schema, the description is adequate but lacks elaboration. It could explain that the plan configures recurring automatic snapshots, and differentiate between enabling a new plan vs updating an existing one. However, it covers the essentials.

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%, so all parameters have descriptions. The description adds value by summarizing the parameters' collective purpose ('schedule and retention'), which helps the agent understand the intent behind the individual fields.

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 ('Enable or update') and the resource ('automatic snapshot plan for a Storage Box'), including the scope (schedule and retention). It distinguishes this tool from siblings like 'disable_storage_box_snapshot_plan' and 'create_storage_box_snapshot'.

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 the tool should be used to enable or update the snapshot plan, but it does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus disabling the plan or creating individual snapshots. No prerequisites or exclusions are mentioned.

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