create_quota

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

Minimal behavioral context beyond the destructiveHint=false annotation. Does not disclose side effects, error conditions, or complexities of the 'raw definition' requirement.

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?

Extremely concise: two brief sentences that communicate the main action and an optional feature without extraneous words.

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?

Adequate for a simple create operation but lacks details on return values (no output schema) and behavior when adding to a quota group. Could be more complete given the complex nested parameter.

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% with detailed parameter descriptions. The description adds little new meaning beyond the schema, only reiterating the 'raw definition' concept.

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?

Description clearly states the verb 'create', the resource 'quota', and distinguishes from sibling tools like update_quota or delete_quota by specifying 'from a complete raw Qualtrics quota definition' and optional group addition.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as update_quota or list_quotas. No prerequisites or conditions are mentioned.

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