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Summarize Document

summarize
Read-onlyIdempotent

Generate a concise summary with key points. Faster and cheaper than analyze_document — best for shorter documents.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
contentYesDocument text to summarize
max_lengthNoOptional maximum summary length in words (default: 500)

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
metaNoProcessing metadata
summaryYesConcise summary text
keyPointsNoBullet-point key takeaways

TDQS

A4.3/5.0
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already declare the tool as read-only, idempotent, and non-destructive. The description adds that it produces key points and is faster/cheaper, but this is more about usage than novel behavioral traits. No contradictions, but limited additional transparency beyond annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise, with two sentences that convey purpose and usage guidance without any fluff. It is front-loaded and every word earns its place.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness5/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The tool has a single required parameter, full schema coverage, rich annotations, and an output schema. The short description is sufficient to invoke the tool correctly, and no additional context is needed.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 100%, with both content and max_length already documented. The description does not add extra meaning to the parameters, matching the baseline for full schema coverage.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool generates a concise summary with key points, using a specific verb and resource. It also distinguishes from sibling tool analyze_document, making its intended function unambiguous.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines5/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description explicitly advises when to use this tool ('best for shorter documents') and directly compares it with analyze_document as a cheaper and faster alternative, providing clear selection guidance.

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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TDQS

A4.2/5.0
Disambiguation4/5

Each tool targets a clearly distinct operation: general analysis, public filing analysis, contract risk, summarization, web extraction, translation, cost estimation, and health check. While analyze_document could overlap with specialized tools, the descriptions provide clear guidance to use the specialized tools for known domains.

Naming Consistency4/5

Most tools follow a verb_noun snake_case pattern (analyze_document, estimate_cost, extract_web, review_contract_risks). Minor deviations include the bare verb 'summarize' and the noun-like 'health_check', and 'delegate_bulk_translate' uses an unusual verb prefix.

Tool Count5/5

8 tools is well within the typical 3-15 range, and each tool serves a distinct function that justifies its inclusion, including supporting utilities for cost estimation and health checks.

Completeness4/5

The toolset covers general analysis, specialized financial/contract analysis, summarization, web extraction, and translation. It lacks some potential operations like batch analysis or language listing, but the core workflows are supported without obvious dead ends.