remove_notebook

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

With no annotations, the description carries the behavioral burden and does so well: it flags the tool as 'Dangerous,' requires explicit confirmation, and clarifies that the call removes from the library but 'Does not delete the actual NotebookLM notebook.' It does not mention error behavior or reversibility, but the destructive semantics and limits are disclosed.

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 warning is front-loaded and the numbered workflow is well organized. The example is slightly redundant with the steps, but it does not bloat the description and reinforces the confirmation behavior.

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?

For a single-parameter destructive tool with no output schema, the description is complete: it covers the prerequisite lookup, exact confirmation wording, permission rule, and scope boundary. An agent has everything needed to decide and perform the call safely.

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 only parameter id is already fully described in the schema ('The notebook ID to remove'), so the schema carries the semantic weight. The description's workflow implies the id should be resolved by looking up the full notebook name, but it never explicitly connects id to list_notebooks or explains required format.

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 makes the operation clear through the quoted confirmation prompt 'Remove '[notebook_name]' from your library?' and explicitly scopes it to the library, adding 'Does not delete the actual NotebookLM notebook.' This distinguishes removal from the sibling update and add operations even without a direct declarative sentence.

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?

Provides a numbered confirmation workflow: wait for user request, look up full name, ask explicit confirmation, and only call on 'Yes'. Explicitly states 'Never remove without permission or based on assumptions,' giving strong when-to-use guidance and a safety exclusion.

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