Delete item

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

Fully discloses destructive nature and irreversibility: 'This is destructive and cannot be undone.' With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden and does so completely.

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?

Two concise sentences with no wasted words. First sentence directly states action and endpoint; second adds critical behavioral context.

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?

Tool is simple (one required param, no output schema). Description covers the action, endpoint, and consequence completely. No additional information is needed for effective use.

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 description coverage is 100% with 'The item id.' The description does not add extra meaning beyond the schema, but this is acceptable given high coverage and simple parameter.

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?

Clearly states 'Delete a item by id' with specific verb and resource. The HTTP endpoint and destructive warning further clarify purpose. Sibling tools include other delete operations, so the distinction is clear.

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?

Explicitly says when to use (to delete an item) and warns of irreversibility. No explicit when-not-to-use, but the warning implies careful consideration. No alternative tools named, but the name and context are sufficient.

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