update_base_profile

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

The description discloses key behaviors: applying adjustments, regenerating variants, and preserving override settings. It lacks detail on potential side effects, but overall transparency is good given no annotations.

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 concise, front-loading the main purpose in the first sentence. The additional details are relevant and well-structured, though slightly verbose in listing parameters.

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 presence of an output schema, the description sufficiently covers core functionality and parameters. It lacks preconditions or error handling details but is adequate for a knowledgeable agent.

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?

With 0% schema coverage, the description adds meaning by explaining profile_name as a template name/path, adjustments as a key-value dict in adjust_profile format, and propagate's default. This compensates well for missing schema descriptions.

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 tool updates a base PP3 template and optionally propagates changes to variants. It uses specific verbs and resources, distinguishing itself from similar tools like adjust_profile.

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 usage for updating base templates with propagation, referencing the same format as adjust_profile. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use it or provide direct comparisons with siblings.

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