pricing_prepare_bulk_price_update

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It mentions return values (plan, diffs, warnings) but does not indicate whether the tool is read-only or has side effects. The 'Prepare' verb suggests non-destructive action, but this is not explicit.

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 conveys purpose and return value without extraneous 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?

The description covers basic purpose and return, but lacks details about the structure of the returned 'plan' and how to use diffs. For a preparation tool with no output schema, more context would improve completeness.

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 has 100% coverage (1 param 'params' described as JSON object), but the description does not add meaning beyond the schema. It does not hint at expected fields within the JSON object, leaving the agent guessing.

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 'Prepare' and the resource 'bulk price update', and specifies what it returns ('plan with affected count, diffs, and warnings'), distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'catalog_prepare_bulk_update' and 'pricing_commit_bulk_price_update'.

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?

The description implies usage as a preparation step before committing, but does not explicitly state when to use or alternatives. No guidance on prerequisites or when not to use this tool.

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