Create Survey

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. Discloses that surveys accept responses immediately, remain open until closed or expired, and explains embed behavior (?embed=1) with window.parent events. Also notes webhook limitations (does not fire on expiration). This goes beyond basic expectations for a creation 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?

Well-structured with clear front-loading: 'Use this when...' followed by examples, then schema guidance, then return values, then embed details. Each sentence serves a purpose. Slightly lengthy but not redundant; could be tightened without losing 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 output schema, the description fully explains return values (survey_url, survey_id) and how to use them. Covers lifecycle (immediate acceptance, expiration, closing), embed functionality, and webhook behavior. This provides a complete mental model for the agent to invoke the tool 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?

Schema coverage is 100% with detailed descriptions on each field, including nested objects and conditional logic (showIf). The description adds minor value: advises to follow field types and mentions returns (survey_url, survey_id). But the schema already explains parameters thoroughly, so the description adds little beyond baseline.

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?

Clearly states the tool's purpose: creating surveys for collecting structured feedback from groups. Provides specific examples like post-event feedback, product satisfaction, team health checks. The verb 'create' and resource 'survey' are unambiguous, and the description distinguishes it from sibling tools (close_survey, etc.) through context.

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 says when to use: 'when an agent task involves collecting structured feedback or data from a group of people.' Lists common use cases. However, it doesn't explicitly mention when not to use this tool or name alternatives (like using get_results for retrieving responses). The guidance is strong but lacks exclusions.

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