SmartProspect: rename a saved search

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

The description includes a detailed safety block: 'read-only: no; may consume credits: no; creates or modifies remote state: yes; can send email: no; destructive: no,' and adds that it is 'Blocked in readonly mode' and 'Does not consume credits.' This goes beyond the annotations by providing operational context and endpoint details, with no contradictions.

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 relatively compact but includes some redundancy, such as repeating 'Modifies remote state' after the safety block. Still, it is front-loaded with the main purpose and structured with a clear safety section, so it is mostly efficient.

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 rename operation with two well-documented parameters and an output schema, the description provides sufficient context: purpose, endpoint, safety implications, and operational behavior (blocked in readonly mode). No additional detail seems necessary.

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 input schema already fully describes both parameters (id and search_string) with clear meanings, and coverage is 100%. The description adds no additional parameter-level context, so the baseline score of 3 applies.

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 begins with 'Rename an existing saved SmartProspect search filter,' which uses a specific verb and resource. This clearly distinguishes the tool from siblings like listing saved searches or saving a new search, and the title reinforces the exact action.

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 states the action is to rename an existing saved search, which clearly implies when to use it. However, it does not explicitly mention when not to use it or point to alternative tools (e.g., update_fetched_search for fetched searches), so it lacks explicit exclusions.

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