whatsapp_get_wa_settings
Get WhatsApp account settings (name, description, etc.)
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| instance_id | Yes | WhatsApp instance ID |
Get WhatsApp account settings (name, description, etc.)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| instance_id | Yes | WhatsApp instance ID |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint=false, so the safety profile is clear. The description adds scope ('name, description, etc.') but no behavioral context beyond that, which is acceptable given the annotation coverage.
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. The use of 'etc.' introduces slight vagueness but keeps it brief.
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?
This is a simple read-only tool with a complete schema and rich annotations, so the essentials are covered. The unresolved overlap with 'whatsapp_get_settings' is a notable gap for correct tool selection.
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 coverage is 100%, and the single parameter is fully documented in the schema. The description does not add meaning beyond the schema, so the baseline score of 3 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 gives a specific verb and resource ('Get WhatsApp account settings'), which is clearer than the bare name. However, it does not distinguish this tool from the sibling 'whatsapp_get_settings', leaving ambiguity about whether this is a WhatsApp-specific variant or a duplicate 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?
There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus 'whatsapp_get_settings', 'whatsapp_set_settings', or other retrieval siblings. The agent must infer usage from the name alone.
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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