Schedule online meetings in Microsoft Teams or Skype by specifying subject, start/end times, and attendees. Enables quick setup of virtual meetings.
Schedule an online meeting (Teams/Skype)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| endTime | Yes | End time | |
| subject | Yes | Meeting subject | |
| attendees | No | List of attendees | |
| startTime | Yes | Start time | |
| meetingProvider | No | Online meeting provider |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v2.0.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations provided, the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the purpose but omits important details: permissions required, whether invitations are sent, what happens if no provider is selected, or side effects of scheduling.
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 a single sentence that is front-loaded with the key action and resource. It is concise without being wasteful, though slightly more detail could be added without losing conciseness.
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 5 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description lacks completeness. It does not explain parameter formats, provider options, or return value, leaving gaps for an agent to correctly invoke the tool.
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%, so each parameter is already described. The description adds no additional meaning beyond parameter names and schema comments. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate as no extra value is provided.
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 'Schedule an online meeting (Teams/Skype)' clearly identifies the tool's action (schedule) and resource (online meeting). It distinguishes from siblings like outlook_create_event by specifying online meeting and provider, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from other scheduling tools.
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 versus alternatives like outlook_create_event. There is no mention of prerequisites, when-not scenarios, or which meeting provider to choose.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.