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53 AI tools for agents: web, crypto, AI generation, OCR, and more. Pay with Stripe or USDC.
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Tool Definition Quality
Average 3.4/5 across 64 of 64 tools scored. Lowest: 2.1/5.
Multiple tools have overlapping or ambiguous purposes, causing confusion. For example, 'domain-check' and 'check-domain' appear identical, 'generate-image' and 'design-create' both generate images via DALL-E 3, and 'send-email' and 'email-send' are duplicates. This overlap makes it difficult for an agent to reliably select the correct tool.
Most tools follow a consistent verb_noun or noun_verb pattern (e.g., 'barcode-generate', 'currency-convert', 'email-verify'), with clear and descriptive names. However, there are minor deviations like 'ai-oracle' and 'workflow-agent' that use noun_noun patterns, slightly breaking the consistency but not severely impacting readability.
With 64 tools, the set is excessively large for a single server, making it overwhelming and difficult to navigate. This many tools suggests a lack of focus, as they span diverse domains like AI, crypto, web scraping, and utilities, rather than a well-scoped purpose, which can hinder agent efficiency and increase complexity.
The tool set covers a broad range of functionalities, but there are notable gaps and redundancies. For instance, in the crypto domain, tools exist for market data and news, but there's no clear lifecycle management (e.g., portfolio tracking). Additionally, duplicates like 'domain-check' and 'check-domain' indicate inefficiencies rather than comprehensive coverage, leaving some areas underdeveloped.
Available Tools
64 toolsai-generateARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
AI-powered text generation using Claude (requires ANTHROPIC_API_KEY)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| model | No | AI model to use (default: claude-haiku) | |
| prompt | Yes | The prompt to send to the AI model | |
| max_tokens | No | Maximum tokens in response (default: 1000) | |
| temperature | No | Sampling temperature 0-1 (default: 0.7) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true, indicating stateless, safe operation. The description adds valuable auth context (API key requirement) but omits rate limits, cost implications, retry behavior, or output format details that would help an agent handle failures.
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, efficient sentence with zero filler. The API key requirement is front-loaded and critical for invocation, while 'AI-powered'—though slightly redundant with the tool name—is brief enough not to detract.
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?
For a 4-parameter tool with complete schema coverage and safety annotations, the description is minimally adequate. However, with no output schema provided, the description should ideally specify what the tool returns (e.g., generated text string) to ensure the agent knows how to handle the response.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the parameters are fully documented in the schema itself. The description mentions 'Claude' which loosely corresponds to the model parameter's default value, but does not add syntax details, examples, or constraints beyond what the schema provides, warranting the baseline score.
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 tool performs 'text generation using Claude,' specifying both the action and the underlying resource/model. However, it fails to differentiate from the sibling 'ai-oracle' tool, leaving ambiguity about when to choose one over the other.
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 a critical prerequisite (requires ANTHROPIC_API_KEY), but lacks explicit guidance on when to use this versus 'ai-oracle' or other generation tools like 'generate-image.' Usage is implied by 'text generation' but not explicitly contextualized.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
ai-oracleCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
AI reasoning engine with standard and deep analysis modes
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| context | No | Optional context to inform the analysis | |
| question | Yes | The question or problem to analyze with deep reasoning | |
| reasoning_depth | No | Reasoning depth: 'standard' or 'deep' (default: standard) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Mentions 'standard and deep analysis modes' which adds context about the reasoning_depth parameter. Does not contradict annotations (consistent with readOnly/idempotent). However, fails to explain behavioral differences between modes (e.g., latency, cost, thoroughness) or output characteristics.
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 sentence of 10 words with no redundancy. Efficiently front-loaded, though potentially oversimplified given the tool's complexity and lack of output schema.
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?
Minimum viable for the complexity given comprehensive schema coverage and annotations. However, lacks explanation of output format, return structure, or concrete examples of what constitutes 'deep' versus 'standard' analysis.
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 has 100% description coverage, establishing baseline 3. Description mentions 'standard and deep analysis modes' which aligns with the reasoning_depth parameter, but adds no semantic detail, validation rules, or syntax guidance beyond the schema's existing descriptions.
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?
States the tool performs reasoning/analysis and references the two analysis modes (standard/deep), but uses the buzzword 'engine' without clarifying scope. Fails to distinguish from sibling tools like 'ai-generate' or 'research-report'.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to select standard versus deep mode, nor when to use this tool versus alternatives like ai-generate, fact-check, or research-report. No prerequisites or exclusions mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
barcode-generateCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate Code128 barcodes as SVG
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| format | No | Barcode format: code128, qr, ean13, upc (default: code128) | |
| content | Yes | Text or data to encode in the barcode |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish read-only, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. The description adds that output is SVG format, which is useful behavioral context not present in annotations. However, it omits error behaviors (e.g., invalid characters for specific formats) or whether the SVG is returned as string or file reference.
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?
Extremely concise at 5 words. Front-loaded with active verb 'Generate'. No filler words. However, brevity comes at cost of missing critical context (format flexibility, sibling differentiation), preventing a 5.
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?
For a 2-parameter generation tool with annotations and no output schema, the description covers the basic operation and output type. However, it lacks necessary context regarding the 'qr-code' sibling relationship and the full range of supported barcode formats, creating potential confusion.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema adequately documents the 'format' enum options and 'content' field. The description doesn't add parameter-specific semantics (e.g., valid character sets per format), but the baseline 3 is appropriate given the schema's completeness.
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 specifies the verb (Generate), resource (barcodes), and output format (SVG), but inaccurately narrows scope to 'Code128' only despite the schema supporting qr, ean13, and upc formats. It fails to distinguish from the sibling 'qr-code' tool, creating ambiguity about which to use for QR generation.
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?
No guidance provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (particularly the 'qr-code' sibling), when to choose specific formats, or prerequisites like content encoding requirements. The description offers no selection criteria.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
browser-taskAIdempotentInspect
Headless browser automation (click/type/extract) via Playwright — SSRF hardened
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL to navigate to | |
| task | No | Description of the browser task to perform | |
| extract | No | CSS selector or description of data to extract |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds valuable behavioral context not present in annotations: 'SSRF hardened' discloses security hardening against server-side request forgery, and 'via Playwright' reveals the underlying engine. These details supplement the annotations (idempotentHint=true, destructiveHint=false) by explaining implementation and security posture.
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, dense sentence with zero redundancy. Information is front-loaded ('Headless browser automation') immediately establishing the domain, followed by capabilities, implementation, and security properties. Every word earns its place.
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 the complexity of browser automation (which could return HTML, JSON, text, or binary data), the description should ideally indicate return format. The 100% input schema coverage and annotations cover input requirements, but output expectations remain undocumented.
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?
With 100% schema coverage, the baseline is 3. The description adds meaning by mapping the parenthetical examples (click/type/extract) to the 'task' parameter, clarifying expected input format. This helps the agent understand that 'task' should describe interactive actions rather than just static extraction queries.
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 'Headless browser automation' with specific capabilities (click/type/extract) and implementation (Playwright). The parenthetical examples effectively distinguish it from static extraction siblings like 'web-scrape' or 'extract-page' by emphasizing interactivity, though it could explicitly name alternatives.
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?
No explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus similar siblings (web-scrape, extract-page, screenshot-capture). While 'click/type/extract' implies interactive use cases, there is no 'when-to-use' or 'when-not-to-use' instruction to help the agent select correctly among the many extraction-related tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
check-domainARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Check if a domain is available or registered via RDAP. No API key needed.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain | Yes | Domain name to check availability (e.g. example.com) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Adds valuable behavioral context beyond annotations: specifies the RDAP protocol as the data source and explicitly states no API key is required. Annotations already cover safety profile (readOnly, idempotent), so description appropriately supplements with mechanism and auth details.
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?
Two sentences with zero waste: front-loaded with the core action and mechanism, followed by the authentication prerequisite. Every word earns its place.
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?
Adequately complete for a simple single-parameter lookup tool. Combines with annotations to cover safety, protocol (RDAP), and authentication. Lacks output format description but no output schema exists to require it.
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 has 100% description coverage for the single 'domain' parameter, establishing the baseline. The description implies the domain is the target but adds no semantic details about format requirements or validation rules beyond the schema.
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 ('Check') and resource ('domain') with specific method ('via RDAP'), but fails to explicitly differentiate from the sibling tool 'domain-check' which appears to serve an identical 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?
Provides only the authentication note ('No API key needed') but lacks any guidance on when to use this tool versus the similar 'domain-check' sibling, or what 'available' vs 'registered' means for user workflows.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
convert-formatBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Convert data between JSON, YAML, CSV, and XML formats
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| to | Yes | Target format: json, yaml, csv, xml, toml | |
| data | Yes | Input data to convert | |
| from | Yes | Source format: json, yaml, csv, xml, toml |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish that the tool is read-only, idempotent, and non-destructive, confirming safe usage. The description adds no additional behavioral context (such as error handling for invalid formats, size limits, or encoding behavior), but meets the baseline 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, efficient sentence with no filler. It is appropriately front-loaded, though the omission of 'toml' (present in the schema) introduces a minor inaccuracy.
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 tool's low complexity, complete schema documentation, and comprehensive safety annotations, the brief description is sufficient. No output schema exists, but the return value (converted data) is implicit from the purpose.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents all three parameters (data, from, to) including valid format values. The description adds no supplementary parameter guidance, earning the baseline score for high schema coverage.
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 specific action (Convert) and the supported formats (JSON, YAML, CSV, XML). However, it omits 'toml' which appears in the schema, and does not explicitly distinguish from the sibling 'transform-text' tool.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'transform-text' or 'html-to-markdown'. There are no stated prerequisites, limitations, or conditions for use.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-fear-greedCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Crypto Fear & Greed Index with historical data
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| days | No | Number of days of historical data (default: 1) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover safety profile (read-only, idempotent, non-destructive), but description adds minimal behavioral context. Fails to explain what the Fear & Greed Index measures (emotions/sentiments), the value scale (0-100), data freshness, or aggregation methodology beyond noting 'historical data' availability.
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?
Extremely brief at 6 words with no redundancy. Front-loaded with the core resource name. However, extreme brevity sacrifices necessary context, making it more under-specified than efficiently concise.
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?
Lacks output schema and fails to compensate by describing return value structure (scalar index value vs. time-series array) or interpretation guidelines. For a data retrieval tool with no output schema, the description should explain what data structure and value ranges to expect from the Fear & Greed Index.
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 has 100% coverage with the 'days' parameter fully documented. Description mentions 'historical data' which semantically aligns with the days parameter, confirming the temporal scope. No additional constraints or valid ranges provided, but baseline 3 is appropriate given complete schema coverage.
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?
Identifies the specific resource (Crypto Fear & Greed Index) but uses a noun phrase rather than an action verb. Mentions 'historical data' but doesn't clarify if this retrieves current values, historical records, or both. Fails to distinguish from sibling 'crypto-sentiment' despite significant conceptual overlap.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'crypto-sentiment' or 'crypto-price'. Does not mention prerequisites, rate limits, or optimal use cases (e.g., market analysis vs. trading decisions).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-market-capBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Top N cryptocurrencies by market cap with price, volume, and 24h change
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | Number of top cryptocurrencies to return (default: 10) | |
| currency | No | Fiat currency for prices (default: usd) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint. The description adds value by specifying the returned data fields (price, volume, 24h change) since no output schema exists, helping agents understand the tool's output. However, it omits data freshness, rate limits, or source attribution that would further aid agent decision-making.
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, dense sentence of nine words with no redundancy. It front-loads the core functionality (Top N by market cap) and efficiently appends the specific data fields returned. Every word earns its place.
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 tool's simplicity (2 optional parameters, no nested objects) and the absence of an output schema, the description appropriately compensates by listing the key return fields (price, volume, 24h change). The annotations cover safety properties. It could be improved by noting the ranking order (descending) or data freshness.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema already clearly documents both parameters (limit and currency). The description implicitly references 'Top N' (reinforcing the limit parameter) and 'price' (implying currency conversion), but adds minimal semantic information beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline 3 is appropriate for high-coverage schemas.
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 identifies the resource (cryptocurrencies), the ranking criteria (by market cap), the scope (Top N), and returned data fields (price, volume, 24h change). It distinguishes from sibling tools like crypto-price and crypto-ohlcv by emphasizing the market cap ranking aspect, though it lacks an explicit verb (e.g., 'Retrieve').
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 sibling alternatives like crypto-price (specific coin lookup) or crypto-ohlcv (historical candlestick data). It does not mention prerequisites or filtering capabilities beyond the top-N ranking.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-newsBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Latest crypto news headlines. Filter by token symbol
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | Number of news articles to return (default: 5) | |
| topic | No | Optional topic filter (e.g. bitcoin, ethereum) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds 'headlines' (suggesting brief titles/summaries rather than full articles) and 'latest' (indicating recency/timeliness), which supplements the annotations. However, it does not disclose rate limits, cache behavior, or the specific structure of returned data given the absence of an output schema.
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?
Extremely efficient at two sentences. The first establishes the core resource and content type; the second establishes filtering capability. Every word earns its place with no redundancy or filler.
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 tool's simplicity (two optional parameters) and presence of annotations covering safety and idempotency, the description covers the essential purpose. However, without an output schema, it should ideally describe the return format (e.g., array of headlines with URLs) rather than just 'headlines'.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema already documents both parameters clearly. The description adds semantic context by framing the 'topic' parameter as a 'token symbol' filter, though this slightly mismatches the parameter name and examples (bitcoin, ethereum are coin names, not symbols like BTC, ETH).
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 identifies the resource (crypto news headlines) and implies the action (fetch/get). The 'crypto' qualifier effectively distinguishes it from the sibling 'news-search' tool. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from other crypto tools like 'crypto-sentiment' or 'crypto-price' that might also return news-related data.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus the general 'news-search' sibling or other information sources. There are no prerequisites, exclusions, or conditions mentioned that would help an agent decide between this specialized tool and the general news tool.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-ohlcvBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
OHLCV candlestick data for any crypto over 1-90 days
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| days | No | Number of days of OHLCV data (default: 30) | |
| symbol | Yes | Cryptocurrency ID (e.g. bitcoin, ethereum) | |
| currency | No | Fiat currency (default: usd) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, covering safety profile. The description adds the specific 1-90 day range constraint not present in annotations. However, it omits data granularity (hourly vs daily), error handling for invalid symbols, and rate limiting context.
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?
Extremely efficient single sentence with zero waste. Front-loaded with the key data type (OHLCV) and immediately qualifies scope (1-90 days). Every word earns its place despite brevity.
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?
Adequate for a simple read-only data retrieval tool with good schema coverage and annotations. However, gaps remain: no output format description (despite no output schema), no differentiation from 'crypto-price', and no explanation of OHLCV granularity or volume units.
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?
With 100% schema coverage, baseline is 3. The description adds value by specifying the valid range '1-90 days' for the days parameter, which the schema only describes as 'Number of days'. This constraint helps prevent invalid invocations beyond the 90-day limit.
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 identifies the resource (OHLCV candlestick data) and scope (any crypto, 1-90 days). It implicitly distinguishes from sibling 'crypto-price' by specifying candlestick/OHLCV format, though it doesn't explicitly clarify historical vs. current data use cases.
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?
No explicit guidance on when to use this versus siblings like 'crypto-price' or 'crypto-market-cap'. The '1-90 days' constraint provides implicit operational bounds but doesn't address tool selection criteria or prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-priceARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Real-time price, 24h change, market cap, and volume for any cryptocurrency
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| symbol | Yes | Cryptocurrency ID (e.g. bitcoin, ethereum, solana) | |
| currency | No | Fiat currency for price (default: usd) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations declare readOnlyHint=true and openWorldHint=true, the description adds valuable context by specifying the exact data fields returned (price, 24h change, market cap, volume) and noting 'Real-time' to indicate data freshness/external API dependency. It does not contradict annotations.
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, dense sentence with no filler. Key information (real-time nature, specific metrics, target resource) is front-loaded and every word serves a purpose.
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 lack of an output schema, the description compensates effectively by enumerating the four specific data points returned. Combined with comprehensive annotations covering safety and idempotency, this is sufficient for a simple two-parameter lookup tool, though it could mention response format.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage (both 'symbol' and 'currency' are documented in the schema), the description appropriately relies on the schema for parameter semantics. The description itself does not mention parameters, meeting the baseline expectation when schema coverage is high.
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 tool retrieves specific cryptocurrency metrics (price, 24h change, market cap, volume) using concrete nouns and verbs. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'crypto-market-cap' or 'crypto-ohlcv', though the specific field list provides implicit distinction.
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 like 'crypto-ohlcv' (for historical chart data), 'crypto-news' (for news), or 'currency-convert' (for fiat-to-fiat). It omits prerequisites, rate limits, or selection criteria.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
crypto-sentimentARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Community sentiment, social stats, and price momentum for any cryptocurrency
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| symbol | Yes | Cryptocurrency ID to analyze sentiment for |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnly, idempotent, and openWorld traits. The description adds value by disclosing what categories of data are returned (sentiment, social stats, momentum), compensating partially for the missing output schema. However, it omits operational details like data freshness, rate limits, or specific sources that would be useful for an external data tool.
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, dense sentence of 10 words with no filler. Key concepts (sentiment, social stats, momentum) are 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.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a simple single-parameter tool with good annotations, the description is nearly sufficient. It compensates for the lack of output schema by describing the returned data categories. It could be improved by noting data freshness or response structure, but it's adequate for the complexity level.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the baseline is 3. The description mentions 'any cryptocurrency' which aligns with the symbol parameter but doesn't add formatting guidance (e.g., ticker symbols vs full names) or examples beyond what the schema already provides.
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 specifies exactly what the tool retrieves—'Community sentiment, social stats, and price momentum'—and for what resource (cryptocurrency). It clearly differentiates from siblings like crypto-price (raw price), crypto-news (articles), and crypto-fear-greed (fear/greed index) by emphasizing social/sentiment data specifically.
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?
While the description doesn't explicitly state 'when to use vs alternatives,' the specific mention of 'sentiment' and 'social stats' provides implied usage guidance. An agent can infer this is for social analysis, not for raw price data (use crypto-price) or news (use crypto-news). However, it lacks explicit exclusions or prerequisites.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
currency-convertARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Convert between currencies using real-time exchange rates (170+ currencies)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| to | Yes | Target currency code (e.g. EUR, JPY, GBP) | |
| from | Yes | Source currency code (e.g. USD, EUR, GBP) | |
| amount | Yes | Amount to convert |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations declare readOnly/idempotent status, the description adds valuable behavioral context: 'real-time exchange rates' discloses data freshness (not cached) and '170+ currencies' indicates coverage scope. No mention of error handling for invalid codes or rate limits prevents a 5.
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 sentence of nine words with zero redundancy. Front-loaded action verb ('Convert') immediately establishes purpose. Every element earns its place: 'real-time' signals freshness, '170+' signals coverage breadth.
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?
For a low-complexity tool (3 flat parameters, simple concept) with complete annotations and full schema coverage, the description is adequate. It lacks output specification (no output schema exists), but the return value (converted amount) is semantically obvious from the verb 'Convert'.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage (all three parameters fully documented with examples), the description carries baseline expectations. It does not add parameter-specific semantics beyond what the schema provides, but the schema is self-sufficient.
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 uses a specific verb ('Convert') with a clear resource ('currencies') and distinguishes from sibling 'convert-format' by specifying the domain (financial exchange rates vs. generic format conversion). The mention of '170+ currencies' further clarifies scope.
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 implies usage through domain specificity ('exchange rates', 'currencies') but provides no explicit when-to-use guidance or alternatives. It does not distinguish from crypto-related siblings (crypto-price, etc.) or clarify when to use versus 'convert-format'.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
design-createCIdempotentInspect
Generate designs and images via DALL-E 3
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| n | No | Number of images (default: 1, max: 1) | |
| size | No | Image size: 1024x1024, 1792x1024, 1024x1792 (default: 1024x1024) | |
| style | No | Style: vivid or natural (default: vivid) | |
| prompt | Yes | Text description of the image to generate via DALL-E 3 | |
| quality | No | Quality: standard or hd (default: standard) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While mentioning DALL-E 3 adds some implementation context, the description omits critical behavioral details: return format (URL vs base64), image persistence/temporary storage duration, content moderation policies, cost implications, or rate limits. Annotations indicate idempotency and non-destructiveness, but description doesn't contextualize what gets created.
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?
Extremely concise at six words. Front-loaded with active verb 'Generate'. No redundancy or filler. However, brevity crosses into under-specification for a complex multi-parameter image generation tool with behavioral implications.
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?
Without an output schema, the description fails to specify what the tool returns (image URLs, base64 data, file paths). For a tool invoking DALL-E 3, critical omissions include persistence model, supported content policies, and integration requirements. Leaves significant operational gaps given the tool's complexity.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, all five parameters (prompt, n, size, style, quality) are fully documented in the schema itself. The description adds no parameter-specific guidance, syntax help, or examples. Baseline score applies since schema carries full documentation burden.
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 clearly states the action (Generate) and resource (designs and images) and specifies the underlying technology (DALL-E 3). However, it fails to differentiate from sibling tools 'image-generate' and 'generate-image', leaving ambiguity about which tool to choose.
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?
Description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus sibling alternatives like 'image-generate', 'generate-image', or 'ai-generate'. No mention of prerequisites (API keys, rate limits) or when DALL-E 3 is preferred over other models.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
diff-textBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Compare two text strings and return differences in unified, word, char, or JSON format
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| mode | No | Diff mode: chars, words, lines (default: lines) | |
| text1 | Yes | Original text | |
| text2 | Yes | Modified text |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish that the tool is read-only, idempotent, and non-destructive. The description adds valuable information about the available output formats (unified, JSON), which compensates for the missing output schema. However, the discrepancy between these described formats and the schema's mode parameter values ('lines' not mentioned in description, 'unified'/'JSON' not in schema) creates uncertainty about actual behavioral capabilities.
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, dense sentence that efficiently communicates the tool's purpose and capabilities. It is appropriately front-loaded with the primary action ('Compare'). It loses one point because the conflation of 'diff modes' and 'output formats' in the same phrase creates unnecessary ambiguity that could be resolved with clearer structure.
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 simple 3-parameter schema and clear annotations, the description provides adequate context for basic usage. It partially compensates for the missing output schema by listing return formats. However, it fails to clarify the relationship between the mode parameter and output formats, and doesn't address error handling or edge cases (e.g., comparing very large texts), leaving minor gaps in contextual completeness.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the baseline score is 3. The schema clearly documents that 'text1' is the original and 'text2' is the modified text, and that 'mode' controls diff granularity. The description doesn't add semantic clarifications beyond the schema (e.g., it doesn't explain that 'text1' should be the baseline for comparison), so it meets but doesn't exceed the baseline.
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 core action ('Compare two text strings') and the resource being operated on. It distinguishes from siblings like 'transform-text' or 'generate-hash' by specifying the diffing functionality. However, it loses one point because it mentions output formats ('unified, word, char, or JSON') that don't align with the schema's mode parameter values ('chars, words, lines'), creating ambiguity about whether these are distinct output formats or diff modes.
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 explain when to select specific diff modes (char vs word vs line granularity). It doesn't mention prerequisites like text encoding or size limits, leaving the agent without selection criteria beyond the basic functional description.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
domain-checkBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Check domain availability via RDAP
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain | Yes | Domain name to check availability (e.g. example.com) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare readOnly/idempotent/destructive traits. Description adds 'RDAP' protocol context which is useful behavioral detail not in annotations, but doesn't describe return format or availability status indicators.
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?
Extremely concise at 5 words with zero redundancy. Front-loaded action verb 'Check'. Every word earns its place despite extreme minimalism.
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?
Adequate for a single-parameter read-only lookup tool. Lacks description of return values or availability判定 criteria, but annotations confirm safe operation. Sibling naming confusion ('check-domain' vs 'domain-check') reduces practical completeness.
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% with clear parameter description and example. Description doesn't add parameter specifics beyond schema, meeting baseline expectations for high-coverage schemas.
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?
Specific verb 'Check' with resource 'domain availability' and mechanism 'RDAP'. The RDAP mention helps distinguish from sibling 'whois-lookup', though it could explicitly clarify the relationship with similarly named 'check-domain'.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus similar siblings like 'check-domain' or 'whois-lookup'. No prerequisites, exclusions, or alternative suggestions mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
email-findBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Find email addresses for a person at a company domain
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain | Yes | Company domain to search (e.g. example.com) | |
| last_name | No | Person's last name | |
| first_name | No | Person's first name |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare readOnly/idempotent/openWorld hints, so description need not repeat those. However, it adds minimal behavioral context beyond stating the action—it does not disclose data sources (scraping vs database), output format, or accuracy/confidence of found addresses despite the openWorld nature.
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 front-loaded sentence with zero waste. Efficiently communicates core intent in 9 words. Slightly too terse given lack of output schema and optional parameter logic, but appropriately concise by avoiding fluff.
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?
Adequate for basic invocation but clear gaps remain: no description of return values (critical given no output schema), no explanation of partial name matching behavior, and no mention of result limits or empty-result handling for the open-world search.
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% with clear descriptions for domain, first_name, and last_name. The description maps 'person' to the name fields and 'company domain' to the domain parameter, but adds no additional constraints, validation rules, or usage guidance (e.g., that only domain is required). Baseline 3 applies for high schema coverage.
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 uses specific verb 'Find' with clear resource 'email addresses' and scope 'for a person at a company domain'. It implicitly distinguishes from sibling 'email-verify' (which checks validity) and 'email-send' (which transmits messages) by focusing on discovery/discovery, though explicit differentiation is absent.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this versus 'email-verify' (which might also locate emails) or prerequisites like needing at least one name field with the domain. No mention of rate limits despite openWorldHint indicating external API calls.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
email-sendBIdempotentInspect
Send transactional emails via Resend
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| to | Yes | Recipient email address | |
| body | No | Email body (plain text) | |
| from | No | Sender email (default: no-reply@archtools.dev) | |
| html | No | Email body (HTML) | |
| subject | Yes | Email subject line |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description mentions the external service provider (Resend) and specifies 'transactional' email type. However, it does not disclose rate limits, authentication requirements, retry behavior, or failure modes beyond what the annotations (idempotentHint=true) already provide.
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 of 5 words with zero redundancy. Every word earns its place, though extreme brevity comes at the cost of missing contextual details.
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 100% schema coverage and complete annotations (including idempotentHint), the description is minimally adequate. However, it fails to address the critical 'send-email' sibling ambiguity or describe the return value/behavior on success/failure.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents all 5 parameters. The description adds no parameter-specific guidance (e.g., format validation, HTML vs plain text mutual exclusivity), meeting the baseline score of 3.
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 verb (Send), resource (transactional emails), and provider (via Resend). However, it does not distinguish from the sibling tool 'send-email', which has an almost identical name and likely overlapping functionality.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus the sibling 'send-email', or when to prefer transactional emails over other communication methods. No prerequisites (like API key setup for Resend) are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
email-verifyARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Deep email validation: syntax, MX record check, disposable domain detection
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Email address to verify |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare read-only, idempotent, non-destructive traits. The description adds valuable behavioral context beyond annotations by specifying the three-layer validation approach (syntax, DNS/MX records, disposable domain detection), clarifying what 'deep validation' entails.
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, efficient sentence that front-loads the core purpose ('Deep email validation') followed by a colon-delimited list of specific checks. No wasted words.
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?
For a single-parameter validation tool with good annotations and no output schema, the description is sufficiently complete. It explains the validation depth adequately, though it could briefly indicate what constitutes a pass/fail result.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage for the single 'email' parameter, the baseline is 3. The description does not add parameter semantics beyond the schema, but none are needed given the explicit schema documentation.
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 states specific validation methods (syntax, MX record check, disposable domain detection) and clearly identifies the resource (email) and action (validation). It effectively distinguishes from siblings like email-send, email-find, and phone-validate through its specificity.
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?
While the specific validation capabilities listed imply usage context (deep validation vs simple regex), there is no explicit guidance on when to use this versus email-find, validate-data, or check-domain, nor any prerequisites mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
extract-entitiesBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Named entity recognition: people, organizations, locations, dates, money, and more
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to extract named entities from | |
| types | No | Entity types to extract: person, organization, location, date, etc. |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true, covering the safety profile. The description adds context about what entity types are recognized, but fails to describe the output structure (e.g., whether it returns spans, confidence scores, or normalized forms) since no output schema exists to compensate.
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 sentence, efficiently front-loaded with the technical term 'Named entity recognition' followed by a colon and comma-separated examples. No filler words or redundant phrases; every token conveys meaningful information about capabilities.
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?
Input parameters are fully documented via schema and annotations, but the absence of an output schema combined with no description of return format (JSON array? object? with what fields?) leaves a significant gap for an agent trying to predict the tool's output structure.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the structured documentation already explains both parameters adequately. The description mirrors the entity types listed in the schema but doesn't add semantic guidance (e.g., that 'text' should be natural language prose, or how the 'types' filter behaves when omitted).
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 it performs 'Named entity recognition' and lists specific extractable entities (people, organizations, locations, dates, money), which distinguishes it from sibling extraction tools like extract-metadata or extract-pdf. The 'and more' qualifier slightly dilutes specificity but the core purpose is unmistakable.
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?
No guidance provided on when to select this tool versus siblings like pii-detect (which also identifies sensitive entities) or ai-generate (which could theoretically extract entities via prompting). No mention of prerequisites like minimum text length or language requirements.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
extract-metadataBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Extract metadata from text or URLs (word count, OG tags, headers, etc.)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL to extract metadata from (title, description, OG tags) |
Tool Definition Quality
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 value by specifying what metadata is extracted (word count, headers) beyond the schema, but does not clarify rate limits, authentication requirements, or resolve the text/URL input discrepancy.
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, efficiently structured sentence that front-loads the verb and resource. However, it loses a point for including 'text' which appears to be unsupported by the schema, creating minor bloat/inaccuracy.
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?
For a single-parameter tool with comprehensive annotations and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. However, the mismatch between claimed text support and URL-only schema, plus lack of differentiation from extraction siblings, 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?
With 100% schema description coverage for the single 'url' parameter, the baseline is met. The description adds meaningful detail by mentioning 'word count' and 'headers' as extracted metadata types, which expands on the schema's mention of title/description/OG tags.
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 states the tool extracts metadata and lists specific types (OG tags, headers, word count), but it claims to accept 'text or URLs' while the schema only defines a 'url' parameter, creating confusion about actual capabilities. It also fails to distinguish from similar siblings like extract-page or web-scrape.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as extract-page, web-scrape, or extract-entities. The description lacks any when-to-use or when-not-to-use context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
extract-pageARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Fetch a webpage and return clean text, metadata, and links
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the page to extract structured content from | |
| format | No | Output format: text, markdown, html (default: markdown) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations declare the operation is read-only, idempotent, and open-world, the description adds valuable behavioral context by specifying the output composition: 'clean text, metadata, and links'. This reveals the tool performs content extraction and normalization beyond simple fetching, which is not inferable from the annotations alone.
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, dense sentence of nine words with zero redundancy. It front-loads the core action and efficiently packs the resource and output types into minimal space, earning its place without filler.
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 tool's low complexity (2 parameters, 100% schema coverage) and presence of helpful annotations, the description adequately covers the return structure (text/metadata/links) despite lacking a formal output schema. It could be improved by mentioning error handling for invalid URLs or paywalls, but is sufficient for the tool's scope.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the baseline is appropriately met. The description implies the URL parameter through 'Fetch a webpage' but does not add syntax details, validation rules, or semantic clarifications beyond what the schema already provides for the 'url' and 'format' parameters.
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 ('Fetch a webpage') and specific outputs ('clean text, metadata, and links'), providing a concrete verb and resource. However, it does not differentiate from the similar sibling tool 'web-scrape' or clarify when to prefer this over 'html-to-markdown' or 'browser-task'.
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 like 'web-scrape', 'html-to-markdown', or 'browser-task'. There are no stated prerequisites, exclusions, or conditions that would help an agent select this tool correctly from the crowded set of web-related siblings.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
extract-pdfARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Extract text and tables from a PDF (requires PDF_EXTRACTOR_URL)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the PDF to extract text from | |
| pages | No | Page range to extract (e.g. 1-5, default: all) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true, establishing the safe, non-destructive nature. The description adds the PDF_EXTRACTOR_URL requirement, which is valuable operational context not present in annotations. However, it omits output format details (structured JSON for tables? plain text?), which is significant given the lack of an output schema.
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, efficient sentence with zero waste. The prerequisite warning is appropriately parenthetical, keeping the primary action statement front-loaded and immediately understandable.
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?
For a tool with simple parameters (2), rich annotations, and no output schema, the description is nearly complete. It identifies the extraction targets (text and tables) and operational requirements. It could improve by specifying the return format (e.g., markdown, JSON) given the absence of an output schema.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema adequately documents both the url and pages parameters. The description does not add syntax details or examples beyond the schema (e.g., clarifying URL encoding requirements), warranting the baseline score for high-coverage schemas.
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 verb (Extract) and specific resources (text and tables from a PDF), distinguishing it from siblings like extract-entities, extract-metadata, and extract-page. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from ocr-extract, which might also process PDFs, preventing a perfect score.
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 parenthetical '(requires PDF_EXTRACTOR_URL)' provides crucial operational prerequisites, indicating environmental setup requirements. However, it lacks explicit guidance on when to choose this over similar extraction tools like ocr-extract or when to use the pages parameter versus extracting all pages.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
fact-checkARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Verify the accuracy of a claim. Returns verdict (TRUE/FALSE/MIXED/UNVERIFIED/MISLEADING), confidence score, summary, and supporting/contradicting evidence with sources.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| claim | Yes | The claim or statement to fact-check (e.g. 'The Great Wall of China is visible from space') |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Despite annotations covering safety (readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive) and external data access (openWorld), the description adds crucial behavioral context by detailing the specific verdict taxonomy (TRUE/FALSE/MIXED/UNVERIFIED/MISLEADING) and evidence structure that the tool returns.
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?
Two sentences efficiently structured: first establishes purpose, second details return values. Zero redundancy; every word serves to clarify functionality or output format.
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, the description compensates effectively by detailing return structure (verdict types, confidence scores, sources). Combined with comprehensive annotations and single-parameter input, this provides sufficient context for invocation.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage for the single 'claim' parameter, the schema fully documents the input. The description does not add parameter-specific semantics beyond the schema, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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 uses a specific verb ('Verify') with a clear resource ('accuracy of a claim'), distinguishing it from siblings like search-web or research-report. It also specifies the exact verdict enum values, clarifying the tool's functional scope.
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?
While the description implies usage through the return value specification (structured verdicts), it lacks explicit guidance on when to choose this over siblings like 'research-report' or 'ai-oracle', or when claims are too vague to verify.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
generate-hashBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate cryptographic hashes (sha256, sha512, md5, sha1)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to hash | |
| algorithm | No | Hash algorithm: md5, sha1, sha256, sha512 (default: sha256) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare idempotentHint=true and readOnlyHint=true, covering the safety and determinism profile. The description adds the list of supported algorithms, which provides useful capability context, but does not disclose error behaviors, performance characteristics, or output format details.
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, efficient sentence with no redundant words. It front-loads the action ('Generate') and immediately qualifies it with the specific algorithms supported, delivering maximum information density.
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 tool's simplicity (2 parameters, pure function) and excellent annotations/schema coverage, the description is nearly sufficient. However, lacking an output schema, it omits description of the return format (e.g., hexadecimal string), which would complete the contract.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage ('Text to hash' and algorithm details), the schema carries the full semantic load. The description lists the algorithms but essentially duplicates the schema's enum documentation without adding syntax guidance or examples, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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 uses a specific verb ('Generate') and resource ('cryptographic hashes') clearly stating the tool's function. It implicitly distinguishes from sibling 'generate-*' tools by specifying 'cryptographic hashes' and listing algorithms, though it does not explicitly differentiate from related crypto-market tools.
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 prerequisites (e.g., when to prefer sha256 over md5) or constraints. It solely states the capability without contextual usage advice.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
generate-imageBIdempotentInspect
Generate images from text prompts via DALL-E 3 (1024×1024, 1792×1024, 1024×1792).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| size | No | Image size: 1024x1024, 1792x1024, 1024x1792 (default: 1024x1024) | |
| prompt | Yes | Text description of the image to generate | |
| quality | No | Quality level: standard, hd (default: standard) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already disclose idempotency and non-destructive behavior. The description adds valuable context by specifying the DALL-E 3 model and supported aspect ratios, but omits other behavioral traits like rate limits, cost implications, content policy restrictions, or the return format (URL vs base64).
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, information-dense sentence with zero redundancy. It efficiently packs the provider (DALL-E 3), capability (generate images), input type (text prompts), and constraints (specific resolutions) into minimal space.
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 lack of an output schema, the description should ideally specify what the tool returns (e.g., image URL, file path). While the annotations cover the safety profile and the schema covers inputs adequately, the absence of output documentation and sibling differentiation leaves clear 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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the structured data already fully documents all three parameters (prompt, size, quality). The description repeats the valid size values but does not add additional semantic meaning, syntax guidance, or examples beyond what the schema provides, warranting the baseline score.
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 tool 'Generate[s] images from text prompts via DALL-E 3' with specific supported dimensions. However, it fails to differentiate from the confusingly named sibling tool 'image-generate', which could cause selection ambiguity for the agent.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like the sibling 'image-generate', 'design-create', or 'video-generate'. The agent is given no criteria for tool selection (e.g., specific DALL-E 3 features vs other models).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
generate-uuidBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate UUIDs (v1/v4), secure random tokens, and API-key-format strings
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| count | No | Number of IDs to generate (default: 1) | |
| format | No | UUID format: uuid, ulid, nanoid, cuid (default: uuid) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover safety (readOnly/destructive hints), but the description fails to explain the idempotentHint=true annotation—problematic for a tool generating 'secure random' identifiers which are typically non-deterministic. Does not disclose output format, entropy source, or whether 'secure' implies cryptographic randomness.
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, information-dense sentence with no filler. Front-loaded with action verb and parenthetical version specifications. Every word earns its place.
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 exists, yet the description fails to indicate return structure (string vs array, object wrapping). Given the tool's simplicity, this is a minor gap, but completeness requires hinting at the return type when no output schema is present.
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 has 100% coverage establishing baseline 3. Description adds valuable specificity by mentioning UUID v1/v4 variants, which the schema does not enumerate under the 'uuid' format option. This provides necessary context for version selection despite the schema's generic 'uuid' label.
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?
States specific action (Generate) and resources (UUIDs, secure random tokens, API-key-format strings). Distinguishes from sibling 'generate-hash' by focusing on identifiers rather than cryptographic hashes. Minor deduction because the name suggests UUIDs only while the description expands to tokens/API keys without clarifying if these are distinct from the UUID formats listed in the schema.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives, nor when to select specific formats (uuid vs ulid vs nanoid vs cuid). Does not explain when to prefer v1 versus v4 UUIDs despite mentioning both versions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
html-to-markdownBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Convert HTML or any URL to clean Markdown
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| html | Yes | HTML content to convert to Markdown |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint, covering safety profile. Description adds 'clean' which vaguely implies sanitization behavior, but doesn't specify what gets stripped (scripts, styles, attributes) or output format details. Baseline adequacy given 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?
Extremely concise single sentence (8 words) that leads with the action verb. No redundant phrases. Given the simple single-parameter nature of the tool, this length is appropriate and efficiently placed.
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?
Adequate for a simple conversion utility with strong annotations and full schema coverage. The URL/HTML ambiguity is a minor gap, but no output schema means the description doesn't need to detail return values. Sufficient for agent selection despite lacking depth on 'clean' processing rules.
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 has 100% description coverage (1 parameter), establishing baseline 3. Description mentions 'HTML or any URL' which potentially expands the semantic meaning of the 'html' parameter beyond the schema's 'HTML content' description, but this creates ambiguity rather than clarity. No additional format constraints or examples provided.
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?
States a specific conversion operation (HTML/URL → Markdown) with clear verb and resource. Distinguishes from generic sibling 'convert-format' by specifying domain. However, the mention of 'URL' creates ambiguity since the schema only defines an 'html' content parameter, not a URL input method.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to select this tool versus siblings like 'convert-format', 'extract-page', or 'web-scrape'. Does not indicate prerequisites (e.g., whether input should be raw HTML or if fetching from URL is automatic).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
image-generateBIdempotentInspect
Generate SVG images from text prompts via Claude
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| size | No | Image dimensions (default: 1024x1024) | |
| style | No | Style: vivid or natural | |
| prompt | Yes | Text description of the image to generate | |
| quality | No | Quality: standard or hd |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already disclose the operation is non-destructive and idempotent. The description adds useful context that outputs are specifically SVG format (not raster) and that generation happens 'via Claude', indicating the underlying model provider.
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, efficient sentence with eight words. It leads with the action verb 'Generate' and contains no redundant or filler text.
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 100% schema coverage and present annotations, the description adequately covers the basics. However, it lacks critical context about the response format (base64 string, URL, or raw SVG XML) and misses the important distinction from sibling image generation tools.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents all four parameters including valid options for style (vivid/natural) and quality (standard/hd). The description adds no additional parameter guidance, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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 tool generates SVG images from text prompts using Claude. However, it fails to differentiate from the sibling tool `generate-image`, which likely overlaps significantly in functionality.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus the similar `generate-image` or `design-create` siblings. There are no prerequisites, limitations, or explicit exclusions mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
image-remove-bgBIdempotentInspect
Remove background from any image
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| size | No | Output size: auto, preview, hd (default: auto) | |
| image_url | Yes | URL of the image to remove background from |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations indicate idempotentHint=true and destructiveHint=false, the description adds no behavioral context beyond this. It fails to disclose what the tool returns (image URL, binary data, base64?), output format (PNG with alpha?), or processing constraints despite having no output schema.
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 extremely concise at five words with no redundant information. Every word earns its place by immediately communicating the core function without filler.
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?
For a simple two-parameter transformation tool with complete schema coverage, the description adequately covers input intent but is incomplete regarding output behavior. Given the absence of an output schema, the description should ideally specify the return format or result location.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents both 'image_url' and 'size' parameters. The description adds no additional semantic information (e.g., supported image formats, size constraints) beyond the schema, warranting the baseline score for high-coverage schemas.
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 uses a specific verb ('Remove') and clear resource ('background from any image') that accurately describes the transformation. However, it lacks explicit differentiation from sibling tools like 'image-generate' or 'design-create' that might also process images.
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 (e.g., 'design-create'), prerequisites (valid image formats), or when not to use it. It states only the function, not the usage context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
ip-lookupARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Geolocate any IP address — country, city, timezone, ISP, VPN/proxy detection
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| ip | Yes | IP address to look up geolocation for |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The annotations already establish that this is a read-only, idempotent, non-destructive operation. The description adds valuable behavioral context by disclosing the specific categories of data returned (geolocation fields plus VPN/proxy detection), which helps the agent understand the tool's analytical capabilities beyond the safety profile.
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 efficient sentence that front-loads the action verb 'Geolocate' and uses an em-dash to concisely list the specific data categories returned, with no redundant or wasted words.
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 tool's simplicity (single required parameter), comprehensive annotations, and lack of output schema, the description adequately covers the tool's purpose and return value semantics. It appropriately omits technical implementation details while capturing the essential functional scope.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage for the single 'ip' parameter, the schema already fully documents the input requirements. The description mentions 'any IP address' which aligns with but does not significantly expand upon the schema's existing documentation.
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 uses the specific verb 'Geolocate' and identifies the resource as 'IP address.' It distinguishes from sibling tools like whois-lookup by enumerating specific return data types (country, city, timezone, ISP, VPN/proxy detection) that indicate geolocation functionality rather than domain registration lookup.
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?
While the description does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like whois-lookup, it implies the appropriate use case through the enumeration of geolocation-specific data points (country, city, timezone) and threat intelligence signals (VPN/proxy detection).
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
jsonpath-queryBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Run JSONPath expressions against any JSON payload
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| data | Yes | JSON object to query | |
| query | Yes | JSONPath expression (e.g. $.store.book[0].title) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations adequately cover the safety profile (readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive), the description adds no behavioral context beyond the basic function. It fails to disclose what the return value contains (query results vs. error objects), how invalid JSONPath expressions are handled, or performance characteristics for large payloads.
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, efficient sentence of seven words that immediately communicates the core function without redundancy. It is appropriately front-loaded with the action verb and contains no filler text.
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 tool's low complexity (2 parameters), comprehensive schema coverage, and complete safety annotations, the description is minimally sufficient. However, the absence of an output schema combined with no description of return values or error states leaves a small gap in contextual completeness.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema already fully documents both parameters ('JSON object to query' and example JSONPath expression). The description does not add parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides, warranting the baseline score for high-coverage schemas.
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 specific action (Run JSONPath expressions) and target resource (any JSON payload), using precise technical terminology. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling extraction tools like 'extract-metadata' or 'extract-entities' that might overlap in functionality.
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 the numerous sibling extraction tools (extract-entities, extract-page, extract-pdf, etc.) or data transformation tools. There is no mention of prerequisites, input size limits, or when JSONPath is preferable over other query methods.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
language-detectARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Detect the language of any text with confidence score and script identification
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to detect the language of |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare read-only/idempotent safety. The description adds valuable behavioral context by disclosing that the tool returns supplementary metadata (confidence scores and script identification), which informs the agent about output richness beyond a simple language label.
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 sentence with zero waste. Front-loaded with the core action ('Detect the language'), followed by scope ('any text'), and distinguishing outputs ('confidence score and script identification').
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?
For a simple single-parameter tool, the description is complete. It compensates for the missing output schema by specifying key return values (confidence score, script identification), though it could optionally mention response format.
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?
Input schema has 100% description coverage for the single 'text' parameter. The description implies input via 'any text' but does not add semantic details (e.g., length limits, encoding) beyond what the schema already provides, warranting the baseline score.
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 provides a specific verb ('Detect'), clear resource ('language'), and distinguishes from text-analysis siblings (like sentiment-analysis, extract-entities) by specifying unique outputs: 'confidence score and script identification'.
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?
Usage is implied by the specific functionality (language detection), but there is no explicit 'when to use this vs alternatives' guidance comparing it to similar text processing tools like sentiment-analysis or extract-entities.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
news-searchARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Search for recent news articles on any topic. Returns title, URL, description, source, and publication date from Brave News, Tavily, or Serper.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | Number of results to return (default: 5, max: 10) | |
| query | Yes | News search query (e.g. 'AI regulations 2025') |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds valuable context beyond annotations by disclosing the specific external data sources used (Brave News, Tavily, Serper) and detailing the exact return fields. This complements the annotations' readOnly/openWorld hints with concrete behavioral expectations about data provenance and structure.
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, dense sentence with zero waste. It front-loads the action ('Search for recent news articles'), follows with scope ('on any topic'), and concludes with return value specifics and data sources. Every clause earns its place.
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?
Despite lacking an output schema, the description compensates by enumerating the exact fields returned (title, URL, description, source, publication date). For a simple 2-parameter search tool, this provides sufficient context for invocation, though mentioning the 'recent' temporal limitation could be more precise.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema adequately documents both parameters (query with example, limit with defaults/maximum). The description does not add additional semantic context about the parameters, meeting the baseline expectation for well-documented schemas.
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 tool searches for 'recent news articles on any topic' and specifies the return fields (title, URL, description, source, publication date). It implicitly distinguishes from siblings like 'search-web' by naming specific news aggregators (Brave News, Tavily, Serper), though it could explicitly contrast with general web search tools.
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 implies usage through 'recent news articles' and specific data sources, suggesting this is for current events rather than historical archives. However, it lacks explicit guidance on when to choose this over siblings like 'search-web', 'crypto-news', or 'research-report'.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
ocr-extractCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Extract text from images or screenshots using AI vision (base64 or URL input)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the image to extract text from via OCR | |
| language | No | Language hint for OCR (default: eng) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish read-only, idempotent, non-destructive safety properties. The description adds context that this uses 'AI vision' rather than traditional OCR, implying potential LLM-based processing. However, it fails to mention accuracy limitations, supported image formats, or behavior when no text is detected.
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 that efficiently conveys the core operation. However, the inclusion of the unsupported 'base64' option creates noise that reduces clarity without adding valid functional information.
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?
For a two-parameter extraction tool with no output schema, the description adequately covers the basic operation. However, it lacks detail on output format (plain text vs. structured?), error conditions, or whether the URL parameter accepts data URIs (which would justify the base64 mention).
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?
While the schema has 100% coverage (baseline 3), the description actively introduces confusion by stating 'base64 or URL input' when the schema only defines a 'url' parameter. This mismatch could mislead agents into searching for a non-existent base64 parameter or incorrectly formatting inputs.
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 identifies the action (Extract text), resource (images/screenshots), and method (AI vision). It distinguishes from siblings like extract-pdf or transcribe-audio by specifying visual input. However, it loses one point for mentioning 'base64' input which is not reflected in the schema parameters.
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 select this tool versus alternatives like extract-pdf (for documents), transcribe-audio (for speech), or extract-entities (for structured data extraction). There are no prerequisites, constraints, or exclusion criteria mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
phone-validateARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Parse and validate phone numbers in any format — E.164, carrier type, country
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| phone | Yes | Phone number to validate (include country code, e.g. +12125551234) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true. The description adds valuable behavioral context about what the validation returns (E.164 formatting, carrier type, country data) without contradicting the safe, non-destructive annotations.
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 efficient sentence with zero waste: action ('Parse and validate'), scope ('any format'), and specific outputs ('E.164, carrier type, country') are front-loaded and densely packed.
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?
For a single-parameter tool with complete annotations and 100% schema coverage, the description adequately compensates for the missing output schema by specifying what validation data is returned (E.164, carrier, country).
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% with the 'phone' parameter fully documented (including example). The description mentions 'any format' which reinforces input flexibility, but baseline 3 is appropriate when schema carries the full documentation burden.
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 verbs 'Parse and validate' with clear resource 'phone numbers' and explicitly distinguishes scope with 'E.164, carrier type, country'—clearly differentiating it from generic 'validate-data' or 'email-verify' siblings.
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?
While the specificity of 'E.164, carrier type, country' implies the use case (phone validation vs other data), there is no explicit guidance on when to choose this over 'validate-data' or 'email-verify', nor any prerequisites mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
pii-detectARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Detect and optionally redact PII: names, emails, SSNs, credit cards, API keys, and more
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to scan for personally identifiable information (PII) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover operational safety (read-only, idempotent, non-destructive). The description adds that redaction is optional and lists specific detectable entity types. However, it lacks crucial behavioral context for a PII tool: data handling policies (whether text is logged/stored), what the output format contains (spans vs redacted text), and how the optional redaction is triggered.
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, efficient sentence of 12 words. Every element earns its place: action verbs, capability modifier ('optionally'), and specific exemplars. It is appropriately front-loaded with the core action.
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?
For a single-parameter tool with good annotations, the description covers the core function. However, given the absence of an output schema, it should describe the return format (detected spans, confidence scores, redacted text) and clarify the redaction mechanism to be fully complete.
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?
With 100% schema coverage, the baseline is 3. The description adds value by enumerating concrete PII examples (names, emails, SSNs) not detailed in the schema's generic 'PII' label. However, it mentions 'optionally redact' without clarifying how this option is controlled given only a 'text' parameter is present, creating slight ambiguity.
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 uses specific verbs ('Detect and optionally redact') and identifies the exact resource (PII). It distinguishes from siblings like extract-entities by listing specific PII categories (SSNs, credit cards, API keys) that indicate a security/privacy focus rather than general entity extraction.
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 specificity of PII examples implies usage for sensitive data protection, but there is no explicit guidance on when to use this versus extract-entities (which could also find names/emails) or validate-data. The 'optionally redact' capability is mentioned without explaining when redaction is appropriate versus simple detection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
qr-codeARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate QR codes from text or URLs (PNG data URL or SVG)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| size | No | QR code size in pixels (default: 256) | |
| format | No | Output format: svg, png (default: svg) | |
| content | Yes | Text, URL, or data to encode in QR code |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare readOnly/idempotent/destructive hints. Description adds crucial behavioral context missing from annotations: specifically that PNG format returns a data URL (not raw binary) while SVG returns SVG markup. No contradictions with annotations.
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 11-word sentence with zero waste. Front-loaded with action verb. Every clause earns its place: specifies operation, input types, and output formats.
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?
Tool has 3 simple parameters with 100% schema coverage and no output schema. Description compensates for missing output schema by specifying return format types (data URL vs SVG), making it complete for invocation.
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%, establishing baseline 3. Description adds value by clarifying the PNG output is specifically a 'data URL' format—a critical implementation detail for handling the return value that the schema parameter description ('png') omits.
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?
Clear specific verb 'Generate' + resource 'QR codes'. Explicitly distinguishes from sibling 'barcode-generate' by specifying QR codes specifically. Scope covers inputs (text/URLs) and outputs (PNG/SVG).
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?
Implies usage through input types ('text or URLs') and output formats, but lacks explicit when-to-use guidance or differentiation from 'barcode-generate' sibling. No prerequisites or exclusions stated.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
readability-scoreARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Compute Flesch-Kincaid readability, grade level, word count, and read time
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to analyze for readability metrics |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover safety profile (readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive). Description adds valuable specificity about what metrics are returned (Flesch-Kincaid, etc.), though it doesn't mention deterministic behavior or rate limits.
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 sentence, front-loaded with action verb, zero filler. Every word specifies either the operation or the specific outputs.
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?
For a simple 1-parameter tool, listing the four specific return metrics compensates well for the lack of output schema. Could be improved by explicitly stating the return structure (object with these fields).
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 has 100% coverage with clear parameter description. Tool description implies text input but adds no semantic detail beyond what the schema already provides (baseline 3 appropriate for high schema coverage).
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 'Compute' followed by exact outputs (Flesch-Kincaid readability, grade level, word count, read time), clearly distinguishing it from text analysis siblings like sentiment-analysis or summarize.
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?
Purpose is clear enough to imply usage (when readability metrics are needed), but provides no explicit when-to-use guidance, exclusions, or comparison to alternatives like language-detect or extract-entities.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
regex-generateARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate regular expressions from plain English with explanations and test results
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| examples | No | Example strings that should match | |
| description | Yes | Natural language description of the pattern to match |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare idempotency and read-only safety. The description adds valuable behavioral context not in annotations: it discloses that the tool returns 'explanations and test results' (output format), indicating the examples parameter is used for validation testing.
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?
A single 11-word sentence efficiently packs four distinct pieces of information: the action (generate), the target (regex), the input format (plain English), and the output features (explanations, test results). No wasted words.
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 lack of output schema, the description compensates adequately by describing what the return contains. With full input schema coverage and comprehensive annotations, this provides sufficient context for a 2-parameter computational 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?
With 100% schema coverage, the baseline is 3. The description adds semantic value by linking 'plain English' to the description parameter and implying that 'test results' validates the examples parameter, clarifying how the inputs interact.
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 core action ('Generate regular expressions') and input method ('from plain English'), distinguishing it from the general-purpose 'ai-generate' sibling. It further specifies output components ('explanations and test results'), providing good scope definition.
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?
While the specificity of 'regular expressions' implies domain-specific use, there is no explicit guidance on when to choose this over the general 'ai-generate' tool or the 'transform-text' utility. No prerequisites or exclusions are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
research-reportARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Generate a structured AI research report on any topic. Searches multiple sources and synthesizes findings into executive summary, key findings, and conclusion with citations.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| depth | No | Research depth: 'standard' (5 sources) or 'deep' (10 sources + advanced synthesis). Default: standard | |
| query | Yes | Research topic or question to investigate |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover safety profile (readOnly, non-destructive, idempotent, openWorld). Description adds valuable behavioral context not in annotations: multi-source searching, synthesis behavior, and specific output structure (executive summary, key findings, conclusion).
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?
Two well-structured sentences with zero waste. First sentence establishes core purpose; second elaborates on methodology and output format. Information is front-loaded and every clause earns its place.
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?
Strong completeness given no output schema: description compensates by detailing return structure (executive summary, key findings, conclusion, citations). Annotations handle safety/disposition. Minor gap: doesn't specify source types (web, academic, news) though openWorldHint implies external data.
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% with clear descriptions for both 'query' and 'depth' parameters. Description mentions 'any topic' (aligning with query) but doesn't explicitly map description details to specific parameters, warranting the baseline score for high schema coverage.
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?
Excellent specificity: 'Generate' (verb) + 'structured AI research report' (resource) + 'on any topic' (scope). The mention of 'synthesizes findings' and 'citations' clearly distinguishes this from sibling search tools like 'search-web' or 'web-search' which lack synthesis capabilities.
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?
Provides implied usage through output description (executive summary, key findings, citations), signaling this is for comprehensive research rather than simple queries. However, lacks explicit when-to-use guidance or named alternatives (e.g., 'use search-web for quick lookups instead').
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
rss-parseBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Fetch and parse RSS or Atom feeds into clean structured JSON
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the RSS or Atom feed to parse | |
| limit | No | Maximum number of items to return (default: 10) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and destructiveHint, covering the safety profile. The description adds valuable context about the output format ('clean structured JSON') since no output schema exists, but does not mention error handling, rate limits, or parsing edge cases.
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 sentence with zero waste. Front-loaded with action ('Fetch and parse'), immediately followed by input scope ('RSS or Atom feeds') and output format ('clean structured JSON'). Every word earns its place.
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?
For a simple 2-parameter tool with 100% schema coverage and comprehensive annotations, the description is adequate. It compensates for the missing output schema by specifying 'structured JSON' return format. Could benefit from mentioning error scenarios (invalid feeds, unreachable URLs).
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents both 'url' and 'limit' parameters. The description reinforces that the URL should point to an RSS/Atom feed but does not add syntax details, format examples, or semantic constraints beyond the schema.
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 provides a specific action ('Fetch and parse') and resource ('RSS or Atom feeds') with output format ('clean structured JSON'). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from similar sibling tools like 'web-scrape' or 'extract-page' that could also retrieve feed content.
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 like 'web-scrape', 'news-search', or 'extract-page'. It does not mention prerequisites (e.g., valid feed URL format) or when not to use it.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
screenshot-captureARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Capture page metadata and screenshot URL for any public URL
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the page to screenshot | |
| width | No | Viewport width in pixels (default: 1280) | |
| height | No | Viewport height in pixels (default: 720) | |
| fullPage | No | Capture full scrollable page (default: false) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds critical behavioral context beyond the readOnlyHint annotations by specifying the tool only works on 'public URL[s]' (an access constraint) and clarifies that it returns a 'screenshot URL' (indicating a link to the image resource) plus metadata. These operational constraints and output format details are not present in the structured annotations or schema.
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 single sentence efficiently communicates the tool's purpose, outputs, and scope constraints without redundant words. It is front-loaded with the action verb ('Capture') and immediately identifies the key deliverables (metadata and screenshot URL).
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 straightforward 4-parameter schema and absence of an output schema, the description adequately conveys the return structure (screenshot URL plus metadata) and operational constraint (public URLs only). It provides sufficient context for an agent to invoke the tool correctly despite missing formal output definitions.
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?
Although the input schema has 100% description coverage, the description adds the 'public URL' semantic constraint which reinforces that the url parameter must point to a publicly accessible page without authentication barriers. This adds meaningful validation context beyond the schema's basic type definition.
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 'Capture page metadata and screenshot URL for any public URL' clearly defines the action (Capture), resources (page metadata, screenshot URL), and scope (public URL). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from similar sibling tools like extract-page or web-scrape, leaving ambiguity about when visual capture is preferred over text extraction.
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 such as extract-page, web-scrape, or browser-task. It fails to specify scenarios where a screenshot is preferable to text extraction or browser automation, offering no selection criteria.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
search-webBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Search the web and return structured results (Tavily/Serper or DuckDuckGo fallback)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| query | Yes | Search query string | |
| num_results | No | Number of results to return (default: 5, max: 10) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish safety (readOnly, non-destructive, idempotent) and open-world characteristics. The description adds value by disclosing the specific search providers used and the fallback mechanism (DuckDuckGo), plus hinting at 'structured results'. However, it omits rate limits, authentication requirements, or specifics of the result structure.
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 efficient sentence (12 words) front-loaded with the core action. The parenthetical provider information provides high-value context without cluttering the primary purpose statement. No wasted words or redundant phrases.
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 simple 2-parameter schema with full coverage and rich annotations, the description adequately covers invocation requirements. However, lacking an output schema, the vague reference to 'structured results' is insufficient—the description should specify what fields (title, URL, snippet) are returned.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema fully documents both parameters including defaults and constraints (max: 10). The description adds no parameter-specific guidance (e.g., query syntax, boolean operators), but none is required given the comprehensive schema. Baseline score 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 clearly states the action ('Search the web') and output format ('structured results'). The parenthetical mentioning specific providers (Tavily/Serper/DuckDuckGo) adds useful implementation context that implicitly distinguishes it from siblings, though it lacks explicit differentiation from the confusingly named sibling 'web-search'.
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 like 'web-search', 'news-search', 'web-scrape', or 'browser-task'. Given the existence of a sibling named 'web-search' that likely has overlapping functionality, the absence of selection criteria is a significant gap.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
semantic-searchBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
AI-powered semantic search across web content
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| type | No | Search type: neural or keyword (default: neural) | |
| query | Yes | Semantic search query (natural language) | |
| num_results | No | Number of results (default: 5, max: 20) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Adds 'AI-powered' context not present in annotations, indicating machine-learning/embedding behavior versus exact string matching. Aligns with openWorldHint by specifying 'web content'. However, it omits output format (ranked results with scores?), latency implications of AI inference, and does not clarify that the 'type' parameter allows fallback to keyword search despite the semantic branding.
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?
Extremely compact at six words with no redundancy. 'AI-powered' and 'semantic' efficiently distinguish capability while 'web content' defines scope. However, extreme brevity leaves no room for behavioral details or output expectations given the lack of output schema.
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?
Acceptable for a read-only search operation with complete input schema and strong safety annotations (readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive). However, with no output schema provided, the description should ideally characterize return values (e.g., ranked list with relevance scores). Sibling tool differentiation is also missing.
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% with clear descriptions for all three parameters. The description reinforces the 'semantic' nature of the query parameter but does not add syntax guidance, example queries, or explain the neural vs keyword distinction beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline score appropriate given schema completeness.
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?
States specific verb 'search' and resource 'web content' with 'AI-powered semantic' qualifier hinting at neural/embedding-based retrieval. However, it lacks explicit differentiation from siblings like 'search-web', 'web-search', or 'news-search' that would clarify when to prefer this semantic variant.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus sibling search tools or when keyword vs neural mode is appropriate. No prerequisites, constraints, or alternative recommendations are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
send-emailAIdempotentInspect
Send transactional emails via Resend — plain text or HTML.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| to | Yes | Recipient email address | |
| body | Yes | Email body (plain text or HTML) | |
| from | No | Sender email (default: noreply@archtools.dev) | |
| subject | Yes | Email subject line |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds valuable context beyond annotations by identifying the external service provider (Resend) and disclosing content format capabilities (plain text or HTML). This helps the agent understand deliverability implications and payload options. It does not contradict the annotations (idempotentHint: true aligns with 'transactional' semantics).
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?
Extremely efficient at 9 words. The description front-loads the core action ('Send transactional emails') and appends the provider and format details without waste. Every word earns its place.
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?
While sufficient for a simple 4-parameter tool with good annotations, the description is incomplete given the presence of the confusingly similar sibling 'email-send'. It fails to clarify the relationship between these tools or mention operational constraints like rate limits. No output schema exists, but the description appropriately doesn't attempt to describe return values.
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?
With 100% schema coverage, the baseline is 3. The description adds meaningful context by specifying 'plain text or HTML' for the body parameter, clarifying that the tool accepts either format and handles content-type appropriately. This semantic hint aids the agent in constructing valid payloads.
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 ('Send'), resource ('transactional emails'), provider ('via Resend'), and supported formats ('plain text or HTML'). However, it does not differentiate from the sibling tool 'email-send', which could confuse the agent when selecting between the two.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (specifically the 'email-send' sibling), nor are prerequisites mentioned (e.g., Resend API configuration, domain verification requirements). The description assumes the agent knows when transactional emails are appropriate.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
sentiment-analysisARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Analyze text sentiment: positive/negative/neutral with score and emotion detection
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to analyze for sentiment (positive, negative, neutral) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare read-only/idempotent safety. Description adds valuable behavioral context not in annotations: the specific output structure (categories, score, emotion detection) and analytical scope. No contradiction with annotations.
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 sentence, front-loaded with action. Information density is high with zero waste: colon-separated output specification efficiently conveys return structure.
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?
For a simple 1-parameter tool with no output schema, the description adequately compensates by describing the return values (sentiment categories, score, emotion). Could explicitly state it returns a structured object, but sufficient for agent invocation.
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 has 100% description coverage ('Text to analyze for sentiment'). Description implies the text input is the analysis target but adds no specific parameter syntax or format details beyond the schema. Baseline 3 appropriate for high schema coverage.
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?
Clear verb ('Analyze') + resource ('text sentiment') with specific output categories (positive/negative/neutral, emotion detection). Distinguishes from siblings like 'extract-entities' and 'language-detect' by mentioning emotion detection and sentiment scoring, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'crypto-sentiment'.
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?
No explicit when-to-use vs alternatives, but the specificity of 'sentiment' + 'emotion detection' provides clear implied usage. Does not explicitly contrast with sibling tools like 'crypto-sentiment' or 'extract-entities' to guide selection.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
session-createBIdempotentInspect
Create a persistent AI conversation session
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| model | No | AI model: claude-sonnet-4-6, claude-opus-4-6, gpt-4o, etc. | |
| namespace | Yes | Session namespace (e.g. 'customer-support', 'code-review') | |
| system_prompt | No | Optional system prompt for the conversation |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare idempotentHint=true and destructiveHint=false, establishing the safety profile. The description adds 'persistent' indicating session longevity, but fails to explain idempotency semantics (e.g., whether calling with an existing namespace returns the existing session) or what the tool returns. No auth requirements or session lifecycle details are provided.
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 sentence efficiently conveys the tool's purpose without redundancy or waste. Every word earns its place; 'persistent' and 'AI conversation session' provide essential behavioral and domain context in minimal space.
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?
While annotations cover the safety profile, the description omits critical workflow context: the relationship to sibling session-message (which presumably consumes the created session) and the return value structure. For a creation tool with no output schema, the lack of return value documentation is a notable gap.
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%, with all three parameters (model, namespace, system_prompt) fully documented including examples. The description adds no additional parameter semantics, which is acceptable given the complete schema coverage provides the necessary detail.
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 uses specific verb 'Create' and resource 'AI conversation session', clearly stating the tool's function. The adjective 'persistent' distinguishes it from one-off generation tools like ai-generate. However, it does not differentiate from sibling session-message or explain the workflow relationship between these tools.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like ai-generate or ai-oracle, nor does it mention prerequisites. There is no indication that this initialization step should precede session-message, or when persistent state is preferable to stateless generation.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
session-messageAIdempotentInspect
Send a message in an existing AI session
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| message | Yes | Message to send in the conversation | |
| session_id | Yes | Session ID from session-create |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare idempotentHint=true and destructiveHint=false. The description confirms the write nature ('Send') without contradicting annotations, but adds no information about side effects, conversation state management, or what the operation returns.
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?
Seven words total. The sentence is perfectly front-loaded with the action verb, contains zero redundancy, and every word earns its place by conveying scope (existing session) and action.
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?
For a 2-parameter tool with complete schema coverage and safety annotations, the description is minimally sufficient. However, it lacks any indication of return values (critical for a conversational tool) or the interaction pattern (request/response vs. streaming).
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the baseline is 3. The description reinforces the concepts ('existing AI session' maps to session_id, 'message' maps to message) but adds no additional syntax, format constraints, or validation rules beyond the schema.
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 uses a specific verb ('Send') and resource ('message') and qualifies it with 'in an existing AI session', which clearly distinguishes it from sibling 'session-create'. However, it doesn't specify what returns (e.g., AI response vs. acknowledgment), preventing a 5.
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 phrase 'existing AI session' implies prerequisites (session must exist first), but the description doesn't explicitly state when to use this vs. 'session-create' or 'ai-generate'. The workflow guidance is implied rather than explicit.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
summarizeCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Summarize text in multiple styles: paragraph, bullets, tldr, headline, executive
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to summarize | |
| style | No | Summary style: brief, detailed, tldr, bullets (default: brief) | |
| max_length | No | Maximum summary length in words |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish read-only, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. Description adds information about output formatting variations (styles), though the specific values mentioned don't align with the schema parameter definition.
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 sentence efficiently communicates the core function upfront with no waste, though it packs in specific style examples that turn out to be inaccurate per the schema.
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?
Adequate for a simple three-parameter text processing tool with full input schema coverage, though the absence of output schema combined with the style enumeration mismatch leaves uncertainty about exact return format.
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 has 100% description coverage establishing baseline 3, but the description lists style values (paragraph, headline, executive) that contradict the schema's accepted values (brief, detailed, tldr, bullets), creating confusion rather than adding clarifying context.
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?
States the tool summarizes text and lists output styles, but enumerates styles (paragraph, headline, executive) that conflict with the schema's documented values (brief, detailed), creating ambiguity about actual supported capabilities.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus sibling text processing alternatives like ai-generate, transform-text, or extract-entities, despite significant functional overlap with the sibling set.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
text-to-speechAIdempotentInspect
Convert text to natural-sounding audio via ElevenLabs. Returns base64-encoded MP3.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to convert to speech | |
| voice | No | Voice ID or name (default: adam) | |
| stability | No | Voice stability 0-1 (default: 0.5) | |
| similarity_boost | No | Voice similarity boost 0-1 (default: 0.75) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations indicate idempotent, non-destructive mutation. The description adds crucial behavioral details not in annotations: the external service dependency (ElevenLabs) and the specific output encoding (base64-encoded MP3), which is essential given the lack of output schema.
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?
Two sentences with zero waste: first establishes the core transformation and provider, second specifies the return format. Information 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.
Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?
For a 4-parameter tool with simple flat schema, the description is complete. It compensates for the missing output schema by specifying the return format (base64 MP3). Could mention authentication requirements for ElevenLabs or rate limits, but adequately covers core functionality.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema carries the parameter documentation. The description mentions 'ElevenLabs' which provides context for the voice parameter domain, but does not explicitly elaborate on parameter semantics, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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 states a specific verb (Convert), resource (text to audio), provider (ElevenLabs), and output characteristics (natural-sounding). It clearly distinguishes from siblings like 'transcribe-audio' (reverse operation) and 'image-generate' (different media type).
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 implies usage (when text-to-speech conversion is needed) but lacks explicit when-to-use guidance or differentiation from 'transcribe-audio' despite these being inverse operations that could be confused. No alternatives or exclusions are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
timezone-convertARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Convert a datetime between any two IANA timezones
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| to_tz | Yes | Target timezone (e.g. Europe/London) | |
| from_tz | Yes | Source timezone (e.g. America/New_York) | |
| datetime | Yes | Date/time string to convert (ISO 8601) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds the 'IANA timezones' constraint which clarifies the expected input format standard beyond the schema examples. While annotations declare the operation as read-only and idempotent, the description omits details about return format, daylight saving time handling, or error behavior for invalid timezone inputs.
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 single seven-word sentence immediately conveys the tool's function without redundancy or filler. Every word serves a specific purpose, identifying the operation, data type, and specific technical standard required.
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 simple, atomic nature of the tool and complete input schema coverage, the description adequately covers the essential functional contract. While it omits explicit return value documentation, the lack of output schema is acceptable for this straightforward read-only conversion operation where the result is intuitively the converted datetime.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage where each parameter includes type hints and examples (e.g., 'America/New_York'), the schema carries the primary semantic load. The description reinforces the IANA standard but does not add significant syntactic details or constraints beyond what the schema already provides.
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 uses a specific verb ('Convert') and resource ('datetime') with clear scope ('between any two IANA timezones'). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'convert-format' or 'currency-convert', leaving potential ambiguity about which conversion tool to select for timezone-related tasks.
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 implies usage through the specific mention of 'IANA timezones', suggesting use when timezone translation is needed. However, it lacks explicit guidance on when to use this versus 'convert-format' or prerequisites such as valid IANA timezone string formatting requirements.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
token-lookupARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Search for any token by name or ticker, returns CoinGecko IDs
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| chain | No | Blockchain network (default: ethereum) | |
| symbol | Yes | Token symbol or contract address to look up |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already establish read-only, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. The description adds valuable behavioral context by specifying the return format (CoinGecko IDs) and search capability (by name/ticker), which helps the agent understand what data structure to expect without an output schema.
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 sentence efficiently packs the action (Search), target (any token), input method (name or ticker), and output (CoinGecko IDs) with zero redundancy or filler text.
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?
For a simple 2-parameter lookup tool, the description is adequate. It compensates for the missing output schema by specifying the return type (CoinGecko IDs), and combined with comprehensive annotations, provides sufficient context for correct invocation.
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% with clear descriptions for both 'symbol' and 'chain' parameters. The description mentions searching by 'name or ticker' which loosely maps to the symbol parameter, but with full schema coverage, the baseline score 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?
Description uses specific verb 'Search' with resource 'token' and explicitly states the return value is 'CoinGecko IDs', which clearly distinguishes this from sibling crypto tools like crypto-price or crypto-ohlcv that likely return market data rather than identifiers.
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?
While the mention of 'CoinGecko IDs' implies this is for ID resolution rather than price fetching, there is no explicit guidance on when to choose this over crypto-price or other crypto tools, nor any prerequisites mentioned for the chain parameter.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
transcribe-audioAIdempotentInspect
Transcribe audio files to text via OpenAI Whisper. Supports 100+ languages.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| language | No | Language code hint (e.g. en, es, fr) | |
| audio_url | Yes | URL of the audio file to transcribe |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare idempotentHint=true and readOnlyHint=false, which the description respects. Description adds that it uses OpenAI Whisper (external dependency) and supports 100+ languages. However, lacks disclosure of behavioral constraints: no mention of output format (plain text vs. JSON with timestamps), rate limits, or whether transcriptions are stored/logged.
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?
Two sentences with zero waste. First sentence front-loads the core function (transcription via Whisper), second sentence adds key capability (multilingual support). Every word earns its place; no redundancy with schema or annotations.
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 tool's moderate complexity (2 parameters) and presence of safety annotations, the description adequately covers the input side. However, no output schema exists, and the description fails to indicate what the transcription returns (e.g., plain text, segmented text with timestamps, confidence scores), leaving a significant gap in understanding the tool's output contract.
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%, providing clear descriptions for both audio_url and language parameters. Description adds context that '100+ languages' are supported, reinforcing the optional language hint parameter. However, description does not add critical semantic details beyond schema, such as supported audio formats (MP3, WAV, etc.), URL protocol requirements, or expected language code standards (ISO 639-1).
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 provides specific verb (Transcribe), resource (audio files), output format (text), and implementation detail (via OpenAI Whisper). The mention of '100+ languages' further clarifies capability. Clearly distinguishes from siblings like text-to-speech (inverse operation) and ocr-extract (different media type).
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?
No explicit guidance on when to use versus alternatives (e.g., when to prefer this over extract-entities for audio content). Does not mention prerequisites like supported audio formats, file size limits, or URL accessibility requirements. Usage is implied by the function description but lacks prescriptive guidance.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
transform-textCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Transform text: uppercase, lowercase, trim, reverse, slug, title, camel, snake, base64
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| text | Yes | Text to transform | |
| operation | Yes | Transformation: uppercase, lowercase, titlecase, reverse, slug, camelCase, snakeCase |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. The description adds no context about what each transformation does (e.g., what constitutes 'slug' or 'snake' case), return formats, or error conditions. It relies entirely on annotations for behavioral safety disclosure.
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?
Extremely concise single phrase with no filler. Front-loaded with the verb 'Transform' immediately establishing purpose. While efficient, the terseness contributes to the lack of operational definitions.
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?
For a simple two-parameter utility tool with strong safety annotations, the description is minimally adequate. It lacks explanation of the nine different operations listed and provides no output guidance, but the simplicity of the tool makes this acceptable if not ideal.
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%, establishing a baseline. The description provides a crucial list of valid operation values since the schema lacks an enum constraint. However, the list contradicts the schema's operation description (missing trim/base64, differing case terminology), creating ambiguity about supported values.
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 identifies the tool's function (text transformation) and enumerates specific operations (uppercase, lowercase, etc.), distinguishing it from siblings like diff-text or convert-format. However, it slightly mismatches the schema's operation description (listing 'trim' and 'base64' not mentioned in schema, and 'title' vs 'titlecase').
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?
No guidance provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like convert-format (which might handle file formats) or diff-text (for comparison). No prerequisites or exclusions are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
url-shortenBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Shorten any URL via TinyURL
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | Long URL to shorten |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description indicates an action that creates/modifies external resources ('Shorten' via TinyURL implies creating a short URL entry), but the annotations declare readOnlyHint=true, which claims the tool modifies no resources or state. This is a direct contradiction regarding the tool's mutability.
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, efficient sentence with zero waste. It front-loads the action and resource, with the implementation detail ('via TinyURL') appropriately placed at the end.
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?
For a single-parameter tool with complete schema coverage, the description is adequate in scope, mentioning the external service provider. However, the annotation contradiction significantly undermines the overall completeness and reliability of the tool definition.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage ('Long URL to shorten'), the schema fully documents the parameter. The description adds no additional semantic detail about the parameter format, validation rules, or examples, meriting the baseline score of 3.
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 provides a specific verb ('Shorten'), clear resource ('URL'), and identifies the specific external service used ('via TinyURL'). It effectively distinguishes this tool from siblings like 'domain-check' or 'whois-lookup' which handle domains but not URL shortening.
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 states what the tool does but provides no guidance on when to use it versus alternatives, prerequisites (e.g., valid URL format), or when not to use it. No explicit usage context is provided despite having many sibling tools.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
validate-dataBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Validate JSON data against a JSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| data | Yes | Data to validate | |
| schema | Yes | JSON Schema to validate against |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While the annotations declare readOnlyHint=true and destructiveHint=false, the description adds no behavioral context beyond confirming the read-only nature of validation. It fails to disclose what constitutes validation failure (exception vs. error object), return format, or whether partial validation is supported.
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 single sentence 'Validate JSON data against a JSON Schema' is optimally concise with zero redundancy. Every word earns its place and the purpose is front-loaded.
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 simple 2-parameter structure with complete schema coverage and comprehensive annotations, the description is minimally adequate. However, lacking an output schema, it should ideally describe validation success/failure behavior (e.g., returns errors vs. boolean) to be fully complete.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage ('Data to validate' and 'JSON Schema to validate against'), the schema carries the semantic burden. The description aligns with these definitions but adds no additional syntax details, examples, or format constraints beyond what the schema provides.
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 specific action (Validate), resource (JSON data), and mechanism (JSON Schema). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like convert-format or jsonpath-query that also handle JSON data, falling short of a 5.
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 (e.g., when to choose this over convert-format for data cleaning), nor does it mention prerequisites or post-validation actions.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
video-generateBIdempotentInspect
Generate short video clips from text prompts
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| prompt | Yes | Text description of the video to generate | |
| duration | No | Video duration in seconds: 5 or 10 (default: 5) | |
| aspect_ratio | No | Aspect ratio: 16:9, 9:16, 1:1 (default: 16:9) |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
The description adds 'short' which contextualizes the 5/10 second duration limit found in the schema, but fails to disclose critical video generation behaviors: whether the operation is asynchronous, output format (URL, file path, base64), processing time expectations, cost/credit consumption, or content moderation safeguards. Annotations cover safety profile (not destructive, not read-only), but operational transparency is lacking.
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?
Extremely concise at 8 words in a single sentence. While no words are wasted and it is front-loaded, the brevity is arguably excessive for a complex video generation operation that typically requires explanation of delivery mechanisms and processing models.
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?
Video generation is a high-complexity, expensive operation, yet the description lacks output format specification, asynchronous status indicators, polling mechanisms, or content restriction warnings. With no output schema provided, the description carries insufficient weight to support correct agent invocation.
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%, establishing a baseline of 3. The description mentions 'text prompts' which reinforces the required parameter, but adds no additional semantic context for 'duration' or 'aspect_ratio' constraints, nor does it provide guidance on prompt engineering for better video results.
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 uses specific verb 'Generate' and resource 'short video clips from text prompts', clearly identifying the core function. However, it fails to explicitly differentiate from sibling 'ai-generate' or 'image-generate', leaving ambiguity about whether ai-generate also produces video.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus siblings like 'ai-generate' or 'image-generate'. Missing prerequisites such as content policy compliance, cost considerations, or when text-to-video is preferred over other media formats.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
webhook-sendCIdempotentInspect
POST a JSON payload to any webhook URL
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | Webhook URL to send the payload to | |
| body | No | JSON payload to send | |
| method | No | HTTP method: POST, PUT, PATCH (default: POST) | |
| headers | No | Additional HTTP headers |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
While annotations declare idempotentHint=true and destructiveHint=false, the description doesn't explain what this means in practice (e.g., safe to retry, no side effects). Omits critical operational details: timeout behavior, redirect handling, retry logic, response body handling, and authentication/security implications of calling arbitrary URLs.
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?
Extremely concise single sentence with no redundancy. However, it may be overly terse for a network-operation tool with mutation potential, leaving out operational context that would help an agent predict failure modes.
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?
Inadequate for a 4-parameter webhook utility with network side effects. Lacks explanation of return values (despite no output schema), error handling strategies, timeout policies, and how the idempotent property affects retry safety. Given the tool's operational complexity, the description needs to disclose behavioral traits beyond the sparse annotations.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage, the schema carries the parameter documentation. The description adds minimal semantic value beyond confirming the JSON payload nature of the body parameter, matching the baseline expectation when schema is comprehensive.
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?
States the core action (POST/sending JSON) and target resource (webhook URL) clearly. However, emphasizing 'POST' is slightly misleading since the method parameter allows PUT/PATCH, and it doesn't distinguish this generic webhook utility from sibling-specific senders like email-send or social-post.
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?
Provides no guidance on when to use this generic webhook tool versus specialized alternatives like email-send, send-email, or social-post. Fails to mention idempotency considerations or when specific HTTP methods (PUT vs POST) should be used despite the idempotentHint annotation.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
web-scrapeARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Scrape and extract content from websites with optional CSS selector
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url | Yes | URL of the page to scrape | |
| format | No | Output format: text, html, markdown (default: text) | |
| selector | No | CSS selector to extract specific content |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare read-only, idempotent, and open-world characteristics. Description adds the CSS selector extraction mechanism (useful behavioral detail) but omits response format, size limits, or JavaScript execution behavior expected from a scraping tool.
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 11-word sentence with zero waste. Front-loaded with action verbs ('Scrape and extract') and efficiently qualifies with the key feature ('optional CSS selector').
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?
Simple 3-parameter tool with robust annotations and complete schema, but no output schema provided. Description fails to indicate return format (text/html/markdown object structure) or error conditions, leaving gaps in understanding the full contract.
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% with complete descriptions for all 3 parameters. Description adds minimal value beyond schema, only reinforcing that the selector is optional (matching the schema's required/optional structure). Baseline 3 appropriate for high-coverage schemas.
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?
Clear verb+resource+mechanism (scrape and extract from websites using CSS selectors). However, it does not distinguish from similar siblings like 'extract-page' or 'browser-task' that likely overlap in functionality.
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?
Implies usage via 'optional CSS selector' (suggests use when targeting specific DOM elements vs full page), but lacks explicit when-to-use/when-not-to-use guidance or named alternatives.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
web-searchARead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Real-time web search with AI-synthesized answer (requires TAVILY_API_KEY)
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| depth | No | Search depth: quick, thorough (default: quick) | |
| query | Yes | Search query to research and synthesize an answer for |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Adds valuable context beyond annotations: external API dependency (TAVILY_API_KEY), real-time data freshness, and AI-synthesis output behavior that distinguishes it from raw search results.
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 efficient sentence with key functionality front-loaded and prerequisite parenthetical at end. No wasted words.
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?
Mentions 'AI-synthesized answer' to hint at output format given no output schema exists, but lacks detail on return structure, rate limits, or pagination behavior.
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%, so the schema fully documents 'query' and 'depth'. The description adds no parameter-specific semantics, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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?
Clear verb ('search'), resource ('web'), and distinguishing feature ('AI-synthesized answer'). However, it lacks explicit differentiation from sibling 'search-web' despite the similar naming.
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?
Contains prerequisite (TAVILY_API_KEY) but provides no guidance on when to use this versus siblings like 'search-web', 'news-search', or 'research-report'.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
whois-lookupBRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Look up domain registration info: registrar, created/expires dates, nameservers, status
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| domain | Yes | Domain name to look up WHOIS/RDAP information for |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover the safety profile (readOnlyHint, destructiveHint) and idempotency. The description adds valuable context by enumerating the specific data fields returned (registrar, dates, nameservers, status), though it could clarify error behavior (e.g., unregistered domains) or cache duration.
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 single-sentence structure efficiently conveys the action and specific return value categories without repetition. The colon-delimited list format maximizes information density while remaining readable.
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?
For a simple single-parameter lookup tool with no output schema, listing the expected return fields (registrar, dates, nameservers, status) provides sufficient completeness. The description appropriately delegates safety characteristics to annotations.
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?
With 100% schema description coverage for the single 'domain' parameter, the schema adequately documents inputs. The description does not add parameter syntax guidance (e.g., whether to include 'www' or TLD handling), warranting the baseline score of 3.
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 provides a specific verb ('Look up') and resource ('domain registration info'), and distinguishes this from siblings like 'check-domain' and 'ip-lookup' by listing specific return fields (registrar, dates, nameservers, status) rather than availability or IP geolocation data.
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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus siblings like 'check-domain' or 'domain-check' (likely for availability checks), nor does it mention prerequisites such as domain format requirements or rate limiting considerations.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
workflow-agentCRead-onlyIdempotentInspect
Multi-step autonomous AI agent pipeline
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| task | Yes | Description of the multi-step workflow to execute | |
| steps | No | Ordered list of steps with tool names and inputs |
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations declare readOnlyHint=true and idempotentHint=true, establishing safety properties. However, the description adds minimal behavioral context beyond this, failing to clarify execution semantics (sequential vs parallel), error handling, or what 'autonomous' implies regarding tool selection within the pipeline.
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 extremely concise at five words, but brevity becomes a liability given the tool's implied complexity. The single sentence fails to earn its place because it communicates no actionable information beyond the tool name itself.
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?
For a tool involving 'multi-step' workflows and 'autonomous' agents (implying complex orchestration logic), the description is inadequate. Despite having annotations and a well-documented schema, the absence of execution context, output behavior, or side effect details 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?
With 100% schema description coverage ('Description of the multi-step workflow to execute', 'Ordered list of steps with tool names and inputs'), the schema fully documents parameters. The description adds no additional semantic value regarding parameter formats or relationships, meeting the baseline for high-coverage schemas.
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 uses a noun phrase ('Multi-step autonomous AI agent pipeline') rather than stating what action the tool performs (e.g., 'Execute', 'Run', 'Orchestrate'). While it hints at the 'steps' parameter, it borders on tautology by restating the tool name ('workflow-agent') with modifiers, and fails to specify whether it executes, creates, or manages workflows.
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?
No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus siblings like 'ai-generate', 'browser-task', 'session-create', or 'research-report'. Given the crowded namespace of AI-related tools, the absence of selection criteria forces the agent to guess based on parameter names 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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social-postCPost content to social media platforms
Tool Definition Quality
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations cover the basic safety profile (non-destructive, idempotent, write operation), so the bar is lower. However, the description adds minimal behavioral context beyond this—it doesn't clarify which platforms are actually supported, rate limits, visibility rules, or what success/failure looks like.
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 sentence with no redundancy, appropriately front-loaded. However, the extreme brevity contributes to the ambiguity about platform scope—slightly more detail would have prevented the mismatch with schema specifics.
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?
With complete schema coverage and annotations present, the description adequately covers the basic invocation contract. However, it lacks crucial contextual details like platform specificity, output format (no output schema exists), and side effects, leaving agents to infer from parameter names.
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% (both 'text' and 'reply_to' are well-documented with types and constraints). The description doesn't add parameter syntax, examples, or semantic meaning beyond what the schema already provides, warranting the baseline score.
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 uses a specific verb 'Post' and identifies the resource ('content'), but it misleadingly suggests support for multiple 'social media platforms' while the input schema reveals Twitter-specific parameters ('Tweet text', 'Tweet ID'). This scope ambiguity prevents accurate sibling differentiation.
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?
No guidance provided on when to use this tool versus communication alternatives like 'send-email', 'webhook-send', or 'ai-generate'. No prerequisites (authentication, account setup) or exclusions are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.