manage_sitemaps

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It does not mention side effects (e.g., submit/delete modify state), required permissions, or potential errors. The description only lists actions without disclosing behavioral implications, leaving the agent uninformed about consequences.

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, concise sentence that efficiently conveys the tool's purpose without unnecessary verbosity. It front-loads the main actions and is easy to parse.

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?

The description is adequate for understanding the tool's function, but it lacks details about the return format or response structure. Since there is no output schema, the agent is left to assume typical behavior (e.g., success/error codes, status objects), which is a minor gap for correct usage.

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?

The input schema already provides descriptions for all three parameters (action, siteUrl, feedpath) with 100% coverage. The tool description does not add any extra meaning beyond what the schema states, so it meets the baseline but does not enhance understanding.

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 verb-resource combination: manage sitemaps. It explicitly lists the three actions (submit, delete, get status) and distinguishes itself from sibling tools like get_sitemaps or list_sitemaps_enhanced by focusing on single-item operations and modifications.

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 when to use the tool (for submitting, deleting, or fetching a specific sitemap status) but does not explicitly contrast it with alternatives like get_sitemaps for listing all sitemaps. Since sibling tools exist, more explicit guidance on when not to use this tool would be clearer.

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