openvsp.set_parameters

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

With no annotations, the description carries the transparency burden. It discloses a mutating side effect ('replace the source'), validation behavior ('verify limits'), and confirmation behavior ('readback'). It does not mention failure handling or output_dir effects, but the core safety-relevant behavior is described.

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 sentences, front-loaded with the action, followed by the key behavioral detail and the prerequisite. Every sentence contributes core information, with no filler.

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 description covers the operation, validation, readback, side effect, and prerequisite, and an output schema exists so return-value documentation is not required. The main gap is lack of guidance on output_dir and timeout semantics, but schema titles and constraints mitigate this for a moderately complex tool.

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 coverage is 0%, so the description must add parameter meaning beyond titles. It helps with parm_id ('Obtain IDs with openvsp.query') and value/source ('parameter ID/value edits', 'replace the source'), but does not explain the request wrapper, output_dir, timeout_seconds, or the edits array constraints. This leaves several parameters to be inferred entirely from schema titles.

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 names a specific verb ('Apply') and resource ('parameter ID/value edits'), and includes the intended atomized workflow ('in one load/update... then replace the source'). It also distinguishes itself from the query sibling by pointing to openvsp.query for ID retrieval, so an agent can tell which tool does which.

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 clearly establishes the context for use (apply parameter edits) and gives one explicit prerequisite ('Obtain IDs with openvsp.query'). It does not spell out when not to use it or name alternative editing/sweep tools, but the intended invocation path is clear.

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