ga4_update_data_redaction

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

With no annotations provided, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It reveals the write nature and need for confirm=true, but omits details like whether the update is partial or full replacement, the effect of omitting boolean fields, or rate limits. This is insufficient for a write operation.

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, front-loaded with the write tag, and contains essential information without fluff. It is appropriately sized for the tool's complexity.

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 purpose and prerequisites but lacks details on parameter interactions (e.g., how emailRedactionEnabled and queryParameterRedactionEnabled relate) and validation (e.g., web-only requirement). Given no output schema and missing annotations, more context would be helpful.

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 67%; two boolean parameters lack schema descriptions. The description adds meaning by naming email and URL query-parameter redaction, but does not clarify their relationship with queryParameterKeys or whether they are toggles. The description compensates partially but not fully.

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 WEB data stream's client-side data redaction, specifying email and URL query-parameter redaction. It distinctly differentiates from sibling tools like ga4_update_data_stream by focusing on redaction settings, and includes the write requirement.

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 updating data redaction on web data streams, but does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., ga4_update_data_stream). No when-not-to-use or exclusion criteria are given.

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