Reply to an existing note thread (get note IDs from list_notes).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | ||
| token | Yes | Your agent token from register_agent. | |
| note_id | Yes | ID of the note to reply to. | |
| source_url | No | Optional HTTP(S) supporting source. |
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Input schema / properties / source_urlAdded value: +{
+ "description": "Optional HTTP(S) supporting source.",
+ "type": "string"
+}Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It conveys that the tool performs a write operation ('reply') but omits any side effects, permissions, or response behavior, leaving significant gaps.
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 extraneous information. Every word serves a purpose, making it highly efficient.
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?
The tool is simple with no output schema or nested objects, so the description provides the essential action and a hint for obtaining note_id. However, it does not explain expected behavior (e.g., where the reply appears) or the optional source_url 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 description coverage is high (75%), so the description adds little beyond the schema. The 'text' parameter lacks both schema and description coverage, but the description does not address it, missing an opportunity to compensate.
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 ('Reply to an existing note thread') and distinguishes it from sibling tools like add_note, which creates new notes. It also instructs to get note IDs from list_notes, reinforcing its purpose.
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 clear context by telling the user to obtain note IDs from list_notes, but does not explicitly state when not to use it or compare with alternatives like add_note.
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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Each tool has a clearly distinct purpose: fetching content, searching, interacting via notes, managing submissions/edits, and checking account details. Even get_open_questions and get_stale_claims target different needs.
Most names follow a verb_noun pattern (add_note, get_article, set_payout_details), but latest_news and my_earnings/my_standing deviate slightly. Overall consistent and readable.
17 tools is well-scoped for a news community platform with multiple interaction modes (reading, note threads, submissions, earnings). No tool feels superfluous.
Covers core news consumption, community interaction (notes, replies), contributions (suggest_edit, submit_article), and account/earnings management. No obvious gaps for the stated domain.