create_master_spread

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

No annotations are provided, and the description fails to disclose any behavioral traits such as destructive effects, required permissions, or side effects. The description only states the action without informing the agent about potential impacts or safety considerations.

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 very short (one sentence) but lacks substance. While it is concise, it fails to provide useful information that justifies its brevity. It is under-specified rather than efficiently concise.

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 has 5 parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is woefully incomplete. It does not explain what a master spread is, how the parameters interact, what the return value is, or whether any prerequisites (e.g., existing document) are needed. The agent would have to rely solely on parameter names and descriptions.

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 has 100% coverage with descriptions for all 5 parameters, so the schema already documents parameters. The description does not add any extra meaning or context beyond what is in the schema, meeting the baseline expectation.

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 'Create a new master spread' restates the tool name without adding any additional context. While it conveys the basic verb and resource, it does not differentiate the tool's purpose from similar siblings like 'apply_master_spread' or 'duplicate_master_spread' beyond the literal meaning.

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 does not mention prerequisites, context, or cases where other tools (e.g., 'apply_master_spread' or 'duplicate_master_spread') would be more appropriate.

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