stop_clip

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states the action without revealing side effects, idempotency, whether the clip must be currently playing, or how it interacts with clip slot state.

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 concise, with a single clear sentence and a simple parameter list. No unnecessary fluff, though the parameter descriptions could be integrated more naturally.

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?

For a simple stop operation, the purpose and parameters are covered. However, with no annotations, it lacks guidance on when to use it versus stop_playback and any behavioral context. Acceptable but incomplete for an agent.

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 schema provides no descriptions for the parameters, but the description clarifies that track_index is 'the index of the track containing the clip' and clip_index is 'the index of the clip slot containing the clip'. This adds meaningful context beyond the raw schema.

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 'Stop playing a clip' clearly specifies the action (stop) and the resource (a clip). It distinguishes from sibling tools like fire_clip (which starts a clip) and stop_playback (which stops global playback).

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 is given on when to use this tool versus alternatives like stop_playback or fire_clip. The description does not mention relevant contexts or exclusions.

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