manage_download

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It lists the actions (pause, resume, delete) but does not disclose any side effects, such as whether deleting is permanent or pausing affects ongoing downloads. This lack of behavioral detail is a significant gap.

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 extremely concise: a single sentence stating the purpose followed by a brief args list. Every word earns its place with no redundancy.

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?

While the description covers the basic actions and parameters, it lacks context about prerequisites (e.g., task states for valid actions) and error conditions. Given that an output schema exists (from context), the absence of return value explanation is acceptable, but overall completeness is minimal.

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 0%, so the description must add meaning. It explains task_ids as 'Comma-separated task ids (from list_downloads)' and action as 'pause', 'resume', or 'delete', which provides clear semantics beyond the schema's type definitions.

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 tool's purpose: 'Pause, resume or delete download tasks.' This is a specific verb-resource combination that distinguishes it from sibling tools like add_download and list_downloads.

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 that task_ids should come from list_downloads, providing a clear usage context. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use this tool or mention alternatives, but the implied workflow is sufficient.

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