sophos_request_bulk_sender_privilege

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

No annotations provided, so the description carries full burden. It only states it 'Request[s]' the privilege but does not disclose whether the operation is synchronous, whether it triggers approvals, what side effects occur, or the expected outcome (e.g., success/failure responses).

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 sentence of 15 words, which is concise but lacks important contextual details. It could include brief usage guidelines or behavioral notes without becoming verbose, so it is not optimally informative.

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?

Given 5 required parameters, no annotations, and no output schema, the description should provide more context about what 'bulk sender privilege' entails, the expected response, and required permissions. It fails to address these gaps, making it incomplete for an agent to invoke correctly.

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 the schema already describes each parameter. The description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, such as clarifying the relationship between 'count' and 'period' or providing usage examples. Baseline of 3 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 the action 'Request bulk sender privilege' for a mailbox, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools, which are mostly generic CRUD operations for mailboxes or other entities.

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?

No explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like sophos_update_mailbox or sophos_create_mailbox. No prerequisites, preconditions, or conditions under which the tool should not be used are mentioned.

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