thincms_create_author

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

No annotations are present, so the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only states 'create' without mentioning side effects, idempotency, authentication needs, or what happens if an author with the same name already exists. The confirmProductionWrite parameter in the schema hints at safety concerns, but the description ignores it.

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 sentence with no wasted words. It is front-loaded with the action and resource. However, it could be slightly more informative without losing conciseness, e.g., noting that the response contains the created author object.

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 tool has 9 parameters and no output schema, yet the description is only one short sentence. It does not mention the return value, error handling, or how to use the siteId and confirmProductionWrite parameters. Given the complexity, the description is insufficiently complete.

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 has 100% description coverage, so each parameter is already documented. The description mentions three fields ('bio, avatar, and social links') but adds no new meaning or usage context beyond the schema. It is minimally additive but not harmful, earning a baseline score of 3.

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 action ('Create a new author profile') and specifies key fields ('bio, avatar, and social links'). The verb and resource are explicit, and the tool is clearly distinct from sibling tools like thincms_update_author and thincms_delete_author.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., thincms_update_author for modifying an existing author). There are no explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use instructions, leaving the agent to infer from the name alone.

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