clear_intercepts

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

Discloses the removal action and optional pattern matching. No annotations exist, so description carries full burden. Could mention side effects or behavior when no intercepts, but for a simple clear operation this is adequate.

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. First describes main action, second adds filtering detail. No fluff.

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?

Covers essential behavior for a simple clear action. No output schema needed since it's a void operation. Would benefit from mention of return value or confirmation, but not critical.

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%, baseline 3. Description adds value by explaining that omitting url_pattern clears all intercepts, reinforcing the schema's optionality and effect.

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?

Clear verb ('remove') and resource ('network mocks set by intercept_network'). Distinguishes itself from sibling 'intercept_network' which sets them. Also specifies optional filtering by URL pattern.

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?

States when to use: to clear all intercepts or only those matching a pattern. Provides clear conditional ('omit to clear all'). Does not explicitly mention when not to use or alternatives, but context suffices.

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