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security-unlock-item-by-id

Unlock a Sitecore content item using its unique ID to allow editing by authorized users. Specify database and optional force unlock parameters.

Instructions

Unlocks a Sitecore item by its ID.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
idYesThe ID of the item to unlock
forceNoWhen specified the item is unlocked regardless of the owner
passThruNoWhen specified returns the item to the pipeline
databaseNoThe database containing the item
Behavior2/5

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. While 'unlocks' implies a state change operation, the description doesn't mention permission requirements, what 'unlocking' means in Sitecore context, whether this affects other users, or what happens on success/failure. The description provides minimal behavioral context beyond the basic action.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence that states the core purpose without unnecessary words. It's appropriately sized for a tool with a straightforward purpose and good schema documentation.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

For a mutation tool with no annotations and no output schema, the description is insufficient. It doesn't explain what 'unlocking' means operationally, what permissions are required, what the return value contains, or how this differs from the path-based sibling. The agent lacks critical context for proper tool invocation.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, so all parameters are documented in the schema. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's already in the schema. According to scoring rules, when schema coverage is high (>80%), the baseline is 3 even with no parameter information in the description.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Unlocks') and resource ('a Sitecore item by its ID'), providing a specific verb+resource combination. However, it doesn't distinguish this tool from its sibling 'security-unlock-item-by-path' which performs the same function but uses a path parameter instead of ID.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

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. There's no mention of prerequisites, when unlocking is appropriate, or how this differs from the path-based sibling tool. The agent must infer usage from the tool name alone.

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

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