account_balanceThe account balance, how much of it is credit bought (AI visibility and the phone run only on that) and how much free and bonus credit, what running calls are holding, this key's daily budget, the auto-reload state, and how much of this month's free reads and downloads is used. Free.
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already state readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive, and closed-world. The description adds useful behavioral context beyond annotations: the call is free, and AI visibility and phone usage depend on purchased credit. It does not cover auth or rate limits, so it is strong but not exhaustive.
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?
A single sentence front-loads the resource and then enumerates relevant returned fields; every clause is meaningful. The sentence is dense and slightly convoluted, which keeps it from a 5.
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?
No output schema exists, so the description must explain return values; it enumerates balance components, holds, daily budget, auto-reload state, and free reads/downloads used. With annotations covering safety and zero parameters, this is complete for 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?
This tool has zero parameters, so there are no parameter semantics to document. The baseline for 0 params applies.
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 names the resource (account balance) and enumerates the specific fields returned, so an agent knows this is a balance/credit-status read. It does not explicitly contrast with account_dashboard_link or other account_* siblings, so it is clear but not fully differentiated.
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 when-to-use, when-not-to-use, or alternative guidance is provided. The word "Free" hints at cost but does not say when to call this instead of sibling account tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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