get_reviews
Get reviews and ratings for a listing.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| listing_id | Yes |
Get reviews and ratings for a listing.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | ||
| listing_id | Yes |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
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 only states a basic read operation ('Get reviews and ratings') without mentioning safety, required permissions, rate limits, pagination, or return behavior.
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, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It efficiently conveys the core purpose without redundancy.
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 absence of an output schema and annotations, the description is too sparse. It does not explain what data is returned, how limit behaves, or any other behavioral details necessary for correct invocation. The tool appears simple, but the description still leaves significant gaps.
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 0%, and the description does not add meaning for either parameter (listing_id or limit). The term 'for a listing' implicitly maps to listing_id, but limit is unexplained, leaving the agent to guess its purpose and constraints.
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 (get) and resource (reviews and ratings for a listing), and the resource is distinct from sibling tools like get_listing or get_bounty. It is specific enough to avoid ambiguity.
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, nor does it mention exclusions or prerequisites. The user is left to infer usage solely from the tool name.
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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