logout_account

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

With no annotations, the description fully discloses behavior: best-effort upstream logout, then clearing of specific local fields (listed explicitly). Also states safety in edge cases (already signed out, offline). This is exemplary transparency for a mutation tool.

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 sentences: first states purpose and usage triggers, second describes behavior and safety. No filler words, front-loaded purpose, 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 no parameters, no output schema, and low complexity, the description covers everything needed: purpose, usage triggers, behavioral details, safety. It is complete for an AI agent to invoke correctly.

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?

The tool has zero parameters, so schema coverage is 100%. Description adds no parameter details, but none are needed. The baseline of 4 is appropriate as the description is not required to explain parameters that don't exist.

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 verb ('Sign the user out') and resource ('Windy account'), and includes common trigger phrases like 'sign me out', 'log me out', 'switch accounts'. It distinguishes itself effectively among siblings as there is no other logout tool.

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?

Explicitly provides contexts for use (sign out, log out, switch accounts) and notes safety when already signed out or offline. No explicit alternatives needed since no sibling tools serve the same purpose, but lacks explicit when-not-to-use guidance.

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