create_shopping_list

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must convey behavioral traits. It states 'Create' indicating mutation, but provides no details on side effects, permissions, idempotency, or any constraints. The description is insufficient for an agent to understand the tool's behavior.

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, which is concise. However, it is not front-loaded with useful information beyond the obvious. It could be more efficient by adding quick context, but it is not overly verbose. Scores average.

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 one required parameter and an output schema (not shown), the description does not explain the return value or any success/error conditions. It lacks detail on what constitutes a valid shopping list, uniqueness constraints, or relationship to other tools like 'add_shopping_item'. Incomplete for practical use.

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 0%, so the description must compensate. The only parameter is 'name' (string), but the description adds no meaning beyond the schema. It does not explain the role of 'name' or any constraints like uniqueness or format.

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 ('Create') and the resource ('a new shopping list'). It distinguishes from siblings like 'create_recipe' and 'create_meal_plan', though it lacks specific details about what a shopping list entails. Overall, purpose is clear.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With 20 sibling tools, including 'add_shopping_item' and 'add_random_meal_plan', there is no context on appropriate scenarios. The description offers no usage recommendations.

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