sophos_dns_create_policy

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

No annotations are provided, so the description alone must disclose behavioral traits. It does not mention if the operation is idempotent, if it can overwrite an existing policy, required permissions, error conditions, or side effects. This is a significant gap for a creation tool.

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, front-loaded sentence that efficiently conveys the tool's capabilities without redundancy. Every word contributes to understanding.

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?

With 12 parameters, no output schema, and no behavioral details, the description is too brief. It does not hint at return values, provide examples, or explain relationships between parameters. Given complexity, it lacks sufficient completeness.

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 100%, so each parameter is described. The description adds a high-level summary linking categories and custom domains to the tool's purpose but does not add new meaning or clarify JSON structure beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline score is appropriate.

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 'Create a new DNS Protection policy' and lists specific features (category filtering, custom domain lists, safe-search), which distinctly identifies the tool's purpose and differentiates it from generic create_policy and other DNS create tools.

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 does not explicitly provide when to use this tool versus alternatives or mention prerequisites. However, the name and context imply it's for DNS policies, and sibling tools like sophos_create_policy suggest a broader scope. Lack of explicit usage guidance keeps it at a baseline.

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