cleanup_skill

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

No annotations provided, so description must fully disclose behavior. It hints at dry-run vs apply but does not explain side effects, prerequisites, or what 'managed-only native target' entails.

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?

Single sentence is too terse and ambiguous; lacks front-loading of key purpose. Every word should earn its place, but 'managed-only native target' is unclear.

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?

Tool has 3 parameters and output schema, yet description omits parameter roles, return behavior, and operational context. Incomplete for effective use.

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?

Zero schema description coverage; description adds no details about 'dry_run', 'targets', or 'skill_id_or_name' parameters. Fails to compensate for missing schema descriptions.

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 specifies 'cleanup for a canonical skill' with action verbs 'Plan or apply', but uses jargon ('managed-only native target cleanup') that may not be universally understood. It does not distinguish from sibling tools like deactivate_skill or purge_fact.

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 cleanup vs alternatives (e.g., deactivate_skill, remove_skill). Lacks explicit context or when-not-to-use instructions.

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