update_dashboard_subscription

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

No annotations are present, so the description carries full burden. It only states 'Update' without disclosing side effects (e.g., overwriting channels), required permissions, or behavior changes like archiving. The description is minimal and lacks depth.

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?

A single sentence that is front-loaded with the action and resource, containing no wasted words. Efficient and to the point.

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 the complex nested input schema (with channels, schedule, recipients) and no output schema or annotations, the description is severely lacking. It provides no details on how the update works, what fields are required, or what the response looks like, making it insufficient for correct agent usage.

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% according to context, and the description does not add meaning to the single 'input' parameter beyond its name. While sub-properties in the schema have descriptions, the tool description itself does not aid in understanding the parameter structure or usage.

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 'Update', the resource 'dashboard subscription', and specifies the type as 'email/Slack notification'. It effectively distinguishes from sibling tools like create_dashboard_subscription or delete_alert_subscription.

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 vs alternatives (e.g., creating a new subscription or deleting one). No prerequisites or context provided, such as requiring an existing subscription ID.

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