indexing_publish_url

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

No annotations provided, so description must carry full burden. It only states 'Notify Google' but does not disclose potential side effects, permissions, rate limits, or confirmation behavior. For a write operation, more transparency is needed.

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?

Single, precise sentence with no unnecessary words. Front-loaded with purpose. Every word 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?

No output schema and no annotations. Description covers basic purpose but lacks behavioral context (e.g., what happens on success/failure, idempotency, scope of URL eligibility). Adequate for a simple tool but incomplete given missing structured aids.

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 50% (url described in schema as 'Fully-qualified URL to notify'). Description adds no extra parameter details beyond what the schema provides. Enum for type is fully documented in schema. Minimal added value.

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?

Clearly states the action (notify), target (Google via Indexing API), and scope (eligible URL updated or removed). Distinguishes from sibling tools like indexing_batch_publish (batch) and indexing_get_metadata (retrieval).

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 vs alternatives (e.g., batch vs single). Context signals show sibling tools exist, but description lacks any usage or exclusion notes.

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