save_summary

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the tool saves to a file, implying a write operation, but doesn't specify file location, naming conventions, overwrite behavior, or error handling. This is inadequate for a tool that performs file I/O without annotation support.

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, clear sentence with no wasted words. It's front-loaded with the core action and resource, making it efficient and easy to parse for an AI agent.

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 tool's complexity (file-saving operation with 4 required parameters), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It lacks details on behavioral traits (e.g., file system interactions), error cases, or what happens on success, leaving significant gaps for the agent to operate safely.

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 100%, so the input schema fully documents all 4 parameters. The description adds no additional parameter information beyond implying 'summaryText' should be in markdown format, which is already covered in the schema. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema does the heavy lifting.

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 action ('save') and the resource ('generated summary to a markdown file'), making the purpose understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like 'list_incomplete' or 'scrape_podcast', which have different functions, so it doesn't fully address potential confusion with similar-sounding 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?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites (e.g., needing a summary generated first), exclusions, or how it relates to siblings like 'get_summary_prompt' or 'list_incomplete', leaving the agent to infer usage context.

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