Compare pricing for the same property across different platforms (Airbnb, VRBO, local agencies, direct booking). Shows rate spread and savings.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| rin | Yes | Rental Identification Number |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations provided, so description carries burden. It indicates a read operation (compare/show), but does not disclose data freshness, API limits, or behavior if property not on all platforms. Adequate for a simple tool but lacks depth.
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, focused sentence of 16 words. No redundant information. Efficient and clear.
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, but description hints at return format ('shows rate spread and savings'). Context signals are good (1 param, 100% coverage). Could mention whether results are tabular or comparative, but sufficient for a simple 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?
Schema description coverage is 100% for 'rin' (Rental Identification Number). Tool description does not add additional meaning beyond schema. Baseline 3 is appropriate.
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 uses specific verb 'Compare pricing' and identifies the resource 'same property across different platforms'. Clearly distinguishes from siblings like rental_price_history (price over time) and rental_property (details).
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?
States the tool compares pricing across platforms and shows rate spread/savings, but does not explicitly mention when to use this tool versus alternatives like rental_price_history or rental_sources. Context is clear but lacks explicit comparisons.
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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Most tools target distinct actions, but the presence of both 'search' and 'rental_search' could cause confusion, and 'fetch' overlaps slightly with 'rental_property'. However, descriptions clarify the differences.
While most tools use a 'rental_' prefix, two tools ('fetch', 'search') lack it, and the naming style varies between verb-noun and noun-only (e.g., 'rental_availability' vs 'rental_search'). This inconsistency could confuse an agent.
With 16 tools, the set covers a comprehensive range for a Caribbean rental assistant, including search, property details, pricing, availability, licensing, market intelligence, and session management. Each tool serves a clear purpose.
The tool set covers the core lifecycle (search, view details, create sessions, add picks), but lacks session update/delete functionality. Also, 'fetch' and 'search' seem redundant with rental-focused tools. Overall, the domain is well-covered for an agent workflow.