vote_distill

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

Discloses overwriting behavior and effect on aggregate fields. No annotations provided, so description carries the full burden. Adequate but does not mention any side effects beyond the update.

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. Front-loaded with action and constraint.

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?

Covers core voting behavior and updates. Output schema exists so return values not required. Could mention that it's a mutation, but implied.

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?

Explains weight range but does not describe distill_id. Schema covers basic types but with 0% description coverage, the description partially compensates for weight.

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 the action 'vote' on resource 'distillate', and specifies the valid weight range [-1, +1]. Differentiates from sibling 'distill' which likely creates a distillate.

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?

Explains that each cid has one vote and re-voting overwrites, but does not provide guidance on when to use this vs. other tools or conditions to avoid.

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