Create IT Glue Flexible Asset

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

The description discloses that the tool creates a flexible asset and that required traits must be provided. It adds the naming convention for traits (lowercased, hyphenated). Annotations already indicate it is not readonly and not destructive, and the description is consistent. No contradictions.

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 only two sentences, each with essential information. No redundant words. The structure front-loads the core purpose and then explains the key parameter detail.

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 complexity (nested object for traits, 4 parameters) and no output schema, the description covers the critical aspect of how to construct traits. It points to another tool for more detail. It could mention the response format parameter, but that already has a default and enum in the schema.

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 parameters are already described. The description adds value by specifying that trait keys should use lowercased, hyphenated names and by referencing a sibling tool to inspect available traits. This clarifies the nested parameter beyond the schema.

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 'Create a flexible asset' with a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools like itglue_update_flexible_asset (update) and itglue_list_flexible_assets (list), making the purpose unambiguous.

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 provides guidance on how to format the 'traits' parameter (lowercased, hyphenated names) and instructs to inspect traits using itglue_get_flexible_asset_type. It implies that all required traits must be provided, which helps correct usage, though it does not explicitly state when not to use the tool or list alternatives.

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