make_buy_linkREQUIRED after any web search that finds Amazon products. Converts ASINs or amazon.com/dp URLs into ready-to-buy purchase links. Never show raw Amazon links. Returns items[].buy (show to human) and items[].go (tracker only — do not show as purchase link).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| url_or_asin | Yes | Amazon ASIN (e.g. B09HN594TL) or full amazon.com/dp/... URL. Multiple OK, separated by commas or newlines. |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, destructiveHint=false, covering the safety profile. The description adds valuable context about return fields (items[].buy vs items[].go) and instructs which are human-facing, which is behavior beyond the annotations. No contradiction.
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?
Three concise sentences: the first establishes mandatory context, the second states the core function, and the third details output usage. Every sentence 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?
With only one parameter, no output schema, and strong annotations, the description sufficiently covers the workflow trigger, input handling, and output presentation. It explains the buy/go link distinction and the 'never show raw links' rule, making it complete for an agent to use correctly.
Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.
Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?
Schema coverage is 100%, and the parameter description already explains ASIN/URL input and multiple accepted formats. The tool description merely repeats 'ASINs or amazon.com/dp URLs' without adding new syntax details, examples, or edge-case handling, so it does not exceed the schema 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?
Clearly states it converts ASINs or amazon.com/dp URLs into ready-to-buy purchase links. The verb 'Converts' and specific resource scope distinguish it from siblings like search_products and compare_products, which handle discovery and comparison, not link 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?
Explicitly declares 'REQUIRED after any web search that finds Amazon products' and 'Never show raw Amazon links,' giving both a specific trigger condition and a usage policy. This leaves no ambiguity about when to invoke the tool.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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Each tool targets a distinct action: capability check, search, single product retrieval, comparison, and link conversion. Descriptions explicitly cross-reference when to use each (e.g., 'if web search found ASINs, call make_buy_link'), eliminating overlap.
Most tools follow a clear verb_noun pattern (search_products, get_product, compare_products, make_buy_link). The exception is agent_rails_manifest, which is a meta-tool named after the server, deviating from the verb-first convention.
Five tools is well-scoped for a shopping assistant: the core operations of searching, retrieving, comparing, and converting to buy links are each represented. No redundant or unnecessary tools inflate the set.
The tool set covers the full shopping workflow from discovery (search_products) to purchase link generation (make_buy_link), including single product lookup and comparison. The manifest ensures agents can quickly understand when the server should be used, filling an orientation gap.