bricks_update_element

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

The description discloses the key behavioral trait of merging new settings with existing ones, which is important. However, with no annotations provided, it lacks details on error handling, required permissions, or side effects if the element is not found.

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 concise sentences: the first states the purpose, the second explains the merge behavior. No unnecessary words, well front-loaded, and every sentence adds value.

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 the complexity (5 parameters, nested settings object, no output schema), the description is incomplete. It does not explain the output format, error scenarios, prerequisites (e.g., element must exist), or how it differs from related siblings like bricks_set_page_elements.

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 100%, so the baseline is 3. The description reinforces the merge behavior for the 'settings' parameter but does not add additional semantic meaning beyond what the schema already provides for the other parameters.

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 updates a specific element's settings by element ID and emphasizes the merge behavior, which distinguishes it from siblings like bricks_set_page_elements that replace all elements. The verb 'update' and resource 'element settings' are specific.

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 usage for partial updates via the merge behavior but does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives like bricks_bulk_update_elements or bricks_set_page_elements. No exclusions or when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

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