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

Description adds significant context beyond annotations: details return structure (score, confidence, signals, raw_response per-model + combined view), cost implications for Anthropic, and default model. No contradiction with readOnlyHint or idempotentHint.

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 sentences: first specifies action, second details model options and cost, third gives use cases. No filler, front-loaded with key info.

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 no output schema, description covers expected return format adequately. All 4 parameters explained, required params clear, no ambiguity. Covers usage patterns and limitations.

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 baseline is 3. Description adds value by explaining default model behavior, model selection implications, and return format. Improves agent understanding 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?

Uses specific verbs 'probe' and 'score' with clear resource 'LLMs for what they know about a business/brand/product/topic'. Clearly distinguishes from sibling tools like ask_pipeworx or bet_research by focusing on AI visibility across models.

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 lists use cases: 'AI-marketing audits, pre-launch brand checks, competitive monitoring.' Also explains default vs. API-key models. Lacks explicit when-not-to-use or direct comparison to siblings, but context is clear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and openWorldHint. The description adds that it returns structured answers with citation URIs and routes to 3,641 tools. It is transparent but could mention potential limitations or failure modes.

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 front-loaded with the key preference, structured logically, and includes examples. While slightly verbose, every sentence contributes value.

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 explains the return format (structured answer with citation URIs). It covers purpose, usage, and behavior completely for a query tool.

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

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

Schema coverage is 100% with clear parameter descriptions and aliases. The description does not add extra meaning beyond what the schema provides, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: it routes questions to a vast set of verified sources and returns structured answers with citations. It explicitly lists domains and provides examples, distinguishing it from web search and other 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 gives explicit guidance on when to use: 'PREFER OVER WEB SEARCH' for specific types of queries and lists trigger phrases like 'what is', 'look up', 'find'. It also states to use even if web search could answer, leaving no ambiguity.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Adds significant context beyond annotations: details refusal mechanism with explicit refusal_reason values, explains it only extracts answer from tool result, and notes the extra LLM call cost. The annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive, and open-world, and the description complements this with behavioral specifics.

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 paragraph that is well-structured: starts with the key benefit, then explains the process, return format, and use cases. It is front-loaded with the most important information. Slightly more structured formatting (e.g., bullet points) could improve scannability, but it is concise and effective.

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 complexity (3,641 tools, 851 sources) and the lack of an output schema, the description fully covers behavior, refusal types, return fields, and comparison with sibling tool ask_pipeworx. It provides all necessary information for an agent to decide when and how to use 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 description coverage is 100% (all parameters are aliases for 'question' and are well-described). The description does not add additional meaning to the parameters; it only mentions routing similarity to ask_pipeworx, which is not parameter-specific. Baseline 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states it is a 'Hallucination-resistant answer mode for high-stakes reads' and explains it routes to the right tool, fetches data, and extracts answer only from tool result. It distinguishes from ask_pipeworx by mentioning the extra LLM call cost, making the purpose and differentiation very clear.

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 states when to use: 'whenever an answer will be quoted, cited, or acted on' and provides specific high-stakes domains. Also advises to prefer ask_pipeworx for casual lookups, giving clear when-not-to-use guidance.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

The description extensively details behavioral traits beyond annotations. It explains the resolver contract (match confidence, suggestions), parent event extraction, news fallback behavior, safety short-circuiting for low confidence and closed markets, and wide spread handling. This provides deep transparency about what the tool does in various scenarios, far exceeding the annotation hints.

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 lengthy but well-structured with clear sections (classifiers, fan-out examples, response shapes, etc.). It front-loads the primary purpose in the first sentence. While some details are verbose (e.g., extensive examples), every sentence adds value for a complex tool. Could be slightly more concise but is appropriately detailed.

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 complexity (3 parameters, no output schema), the description covers all necessary aspects: input types, behavior, response shape (result.market, analysis, evidence), edge cases (low confidence, closed markets, wide spreads), and special fields (parent_event, news fallback). It fully compensates for the lack 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?

Schema coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description adds minimal parameter-specific meaning beyond the schema: it notes defaults for 'depth' (thorough) and 'include_raw' (false) and mentions examples. However, the schema already adequately describes each parameter, and the description does not significantly enhance understanding of parameter semantics.

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 researches a Polymarket bet by pulling relevant Pipeworx data. It specifies input types (slug, URL, question text) and the action (resolve, classify, fan out, return evidence). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like ask_pipeworx or polymarket_edges, which could cause confusion about when to use this tool versus others.

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 explicit usage scenarios: 'Use for "should I bet on X", "what does the data say about Y", or "is there edge in Z".' This gives clear context for when to invoke the tool. However, it does not mention when not to use it or provide alternatives, which could be helpful for an AI agent deciding between tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already provide safe read-only, idempotent, open-world hints. The description adds valuable context: correct handling of off-calendar fiscal years, results sorted by primary metric, return of paired data and citation URIs, and efficiency gains (replacing 8-15 lookups). No contradictions.

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 somewhat long but every sentence adds value. It front-loads trigger phrases and organizes by entity type. Could be slightly more concise, but the length is justified by the amount of useful detail.

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 no output schema, the description explains what is returned (paired data + citation URIs, sorted by primary metric) and covers both entity types. It also hints at efficiency gains, making it complete for a comparison tool with 2 parameters.

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 concrete examples (tickers/CIKs for companies, drug names) and explains what data each type pulls (SEC EDGAR/XBRL for companies, FAERS/FDA/trials for drugs), greatly enhancing meaning 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 tool does side-by-side comparison of 2-5 companies or drugs in one parallel call, with specific verbs like 'compare' and examples of trigger phrases. It distinguishes from alternatives by emphasizing preference over sequential lookups.

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 explicitly says 'ALWAYS PREFER over sequential single-pack lookups when comparing entities', providing strong when-to-use guidance. It also lists example queries, but does not explicitly state when not to use.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already indicate readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, destructiveHint=false. The description adds that it returns 'top-N most relevant tools' with full input schemas and curated examples, 'ready to call directly,' which provides useful behavioral context beyond the 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 front-loaded with the main purpose and uses 4 sentences. While efficient, it could be slightly more concise (e.g., the list of domains is long). No wasted words, but not maximally compact.

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 no output schema, the description fully specifies what the tool returns: 'top-N most relevant tools with names, descriptions, and full input schemas (with curated examples) — each result is ready to call directly, no second schema lookup needed.' This is complete and sets clear expectations.

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 descriptions for all 6 parameters (including aliases). The description does not add significant meaning beyond the schema; it reiterates the 'query' parameter but no new semantics. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states 'Find tools by describing the data or task' and lists specific domains (SEC filings, FDA drugs, etc.), which distinguishes it from sibling tools like ai_visibility_check or ask_pipeworx. It uses a specific verb (discover) and resource (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 includes explicit guidance: 'Call this FIRST when you have many tools available and want to see the option set (not just one answer).' This tells when to use it but does not explicitly state when not to use it or provide alternatives.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive. Description adds details: parallel call, multiple sources, specific return fields, patent soft-fail, and news fallback. No contradictions.

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?

Well-structured with front-loaded examples and clear sections. Minor redundancy (names not supported mentioned twice). Efficient overall.

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?

Complex tool with no output schema; description fully explains what is returned (cik, company_name, filings, fundamentals, patents, news, LEI) and limitations. Input is fully covered.

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 baseline is 3. The description reiterates schema info but adds limited new meaning (e.g., names not supported). Acceptable but not exceeding 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 tool returns a full cross-source profile of a US public company, using specific verbs like 'profile' and 'fans out'. It distinguishes from siblings by advising preference over chaining single-pack 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?

Explicitly says when to use (holistic view), provides examples, and states when not to use (names not supported, use resolve_entity first). It also mentions falling back to GNews if GDELT fails.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already indicate destructiveHint=true. The description adds behavioral context about when to use (stale context, task done, clear sensitive data), which goes beyond annotations without 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 sentences: first states purpose, second gives usage, third pairs with siblings. Front-loaded and every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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 tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is complete: it explains the action, when to use, and related tools. No gaps remain.

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% for the single parameter 'key' with a clear description. The main description does not add further meaning, but the schema already provides sufficient detail. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states 'Delete a previously stored memory by key,' which is a specific verb+resource. It distinguishes from siblings like 'remember' and 'recall' by explicitly pairing with them.

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 explicit usage context: 'Use when context is stale, the task is done, or you want to clear sensitive data the agent saved earlier.' Also mentions pairing with remember and recall, offering alternatives.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already indicate readOnly, idempotent, non-destructive behavior. The description adds valuable process details: fetches the page, extracts title/description/key links, and outputs a standard markdown blob. This clarifies the internal steps beyond the annotation hints.

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 two concise sentences followed by a bullet list of use cases. It is front-loaded with the core purpose, and every sentence adds value without 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?

Despite lacking an output schema, the description clearly states the output format ('standard llms.txt markdown format') and type ('single text blob'). It also references specific AI crawlers, making the tool's applicability clear. All essential information is covered.

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?

The input schema has 100% description coverage, with both 'url' and 'max_links' described. The description does not add new semantic details beyond the schema (e.g., it does not explain how 'max_links' affects extraction). Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description uses the specific verb 'generate' with the resource 'llms.txt file for any URL', clearly stating the action and target. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like 'ai_visibility_check' and 'scan_competitor_ai_presence' by focusing on producing a standard file format.

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 explicit use cases (indexing a client's site, drafting for own project, auditing competitor) but does not mention when not to use or alternatives. This gives clear context without exclusions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnly, openWorld, idempotent, non-destructive. The description adds value by specifying the return format: a flat ordered array of {rank, name, aphia_id} from superdomain down to the taxon, and notes 'Keyless' (no keys on the returned items). No contradictions.

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 sentence, front-loaded with the action verb 'Walk', and contains no redundant words. Every part is necessary to convey purpose and 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?

The description explains the return structure (ordered array with specific fields) and ordering (root to tip). With no output schema, this is sufficient for a simple lookup tool. However, it lacks details on error cases or what happens if the AphiaID is invalid, which would improve 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 description coverage is 100% for the sole parameter 'aphia_id', which already has a description with an example. The tool description does not add further meaning for the parameter beyond what the schema provides, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states the tool walks the full taxonomic lineage for a WoRMS AphiaID, returning an ordered array from root to tip. It is specific (verb 'Walk' plus resource 'taxonomic lineage') and distinguishes from sibling tools like get_common_names or search_species.

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 the tool is used when needing the full taxonomic lineage for a given AphiaID, but it does not explicitly state when or when not to use it, nor mention alternatives among siblings. No exclusions or prerequisites are provided.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Adds 'Keyless' beyond annotations (readOnlyHint, idempotentHint). Annotations cover safety; description adds authentication trait. Could mention output format 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 concise sentence, front-loaded with key information, 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?

Adequate for a simple lookup tool with one parameter and rich annotations. Lacks output format details but not necessary given no 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?

Schema coverage 100% with clear description. Description adds 'across languages' context but not parameter-specific detail beyond 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?

Clearly states verb 'Get', resource 'common names', scope 'for a WoRMS AphiaID across languages'. Distinguishes from siblings like get_classification and search_species.

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 when having an AphiaID and needing common names, but no explicit when-not or alternative tool guidance.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false. The description adds value by specifying the returned fields and the behavior of the include_inactive parameter, confirming the tool is safe and returns specific data.

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 concise sentences, front-loaded with the core purpose and output, followed by usage guidance. No unnecessary 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?

The tool is simple with no required params and no output schema. The description covers purpose, usage, and return fields completely, providing sufficient context for an agent to effectively use the tool.

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

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

Schema coverage is 100% with a good description for the only parameter. The description adds no new parameter details beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states the verb 'List' and the resource 'the caller's active subscriptions', explicitly mentioning the returned fields, distinguishing it from siblings like subscribe and unsubscribe.

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 explicit usage guidance: 'Use this to review what you're monitoring before adding more or to find an id to cancel.' It doesn't explicitly state when not to use, but the guidance is clear and actionable.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations are all false, so the description carries the transparency burden. It discloses rate limits (5 per identifier per day), cost (free, no quota impact), and impact (team reads digests daily, affects roadmap). This goes beyond annotations and provides useful behavioral 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?

The description is a single paragraph but highly efficient. It front-loads the purpose, provides usage scenarios, formatting tips, team impact, and constraints. Every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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 (no output schema, low complexity), the description is complete. It covers all necessary aspects: purpose, usage, formatting, rate limits, and cost. Nothing essential is 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%, but the description adds value by explaining each parameter's meaning in detail. For example, it defines the enum options (bug, feature, etc.) and specifies formatting requirements for the message (1-2 sentences, 2000 chars max). The context parameter's purpose is also clarified.

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's purpose: to tell the Pipeworx team about bugs, missing features, data gaps, or praise. It provides specific triggers for each type, distinguishing the tool from any 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?

The description gives explicit guidance on when to use each feedback type (bug, feature, data_gap, praise) and includes constraints like not pasting end-user prompts and describing in terms of Pipeworx tools. However, it does not mention when not to use the tool or list alternative tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Discloses data source (CF analytics-engine), privacy (no PII), structure (pack, tool, count), and caching behavior (5min-1h). Annotations already indicate safe read operation, and description adds valuable context beyond annotations without 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?

Four sentences, front-loaded with main purpose, followed by use cases and technical details. No redundant information; every sentence 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?

Covers purpose, usage, parameters, and data characteristics. Lacks explicit output format details, but given the explicit list of returned items (top tools, packs, count) and no output schema, it is sufficient for tool selection.

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

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

Schema coverage is 100% with one parameter having an enum. The description adds semantic value by explaining trade-offs: 'Shorter windows surface what's hot right now; longer windows show steady-state demand.'

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 returns 'top tools, top packs, and total call volume over a recent window (24h, 7d, or 30d)' with specific verb and resource. Distinguishes from siblings by focusing on trending data rather than queries or other operations.

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 three explicit use cases: discovering hot data sources, confirming canonical tools, and aligning use cases with agent needs. While it doesn't explicitly state when not to use or contrast with siblings, the use cases are clear and actionable.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations indicate read-only, idempotent, open-world, non-destructive. Description adds detailed behavior: walks child markets, checks ordering, computes partition_check, handles placeholders, and reports skipped_low_similarity. 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?

Description is long but well-structured with clear sections (SEMANTIC ANCHOR, PARTITION FILTER, Response) and front-loaded with the requirement. Slightly verbose but justified by complexity.

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, but description compensates by detailing the response structure (opportunities[], partition_check). Covers modes, error conditions, filtering criteria fully.

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%, but description adds significant value beyond schema by explaining each parameter's purpose (single-event vs cross-event), providing examples, and detailing the response structure.

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 finds arbitrage opportunities on Polymarket using monotonicity violations and partition-sum checks. It distinguishes between event and topic modes with specific examples, differentiating it from siblings like polymarket_edges and polymarket_kalshi_spread.

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?

Explicit guidance: event mode recommended for a specific market, topic for cross-event scanning. States no-args failure, provides examples, and specifies the Jaccard similarity threshold for cross-event pairs.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations declare readOnly, openWorld, idempotent, non-destructive. Description adds extensive behavioral details: caching at KV level keyed on knobs, model family descriptions, filtering logic, response structure with diagnostics, and explanation of warning messages. 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?

Description is lengthy but well-structured, front-loading the main purpose and then breaking into clear sections for each model family and response details. Some redundancy could be trimmed, but the complexity justifies the length.

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 9 parameters, no output schema, and complexity of response (segments, diagnostics), the description covers everything: what the response will contain, why segments may be empty, and detailed explanations of edge metrics and warnings. Nothing seems 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 all 9 parameters described. Description adds value by explaining the rationale behind parameters (e.g., why min_partition_leg_kelly exists for basket trades) and how they interact. Goes beyond mere schema repetition.

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 the verb 'scan' and 'return', resource 'Polymarket markets', and the core function: finding opportunities where Pipeworx data disagrees with market price. Distinguishes from siblings like polymarket_arbitrage by its specific data source and goal.

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 clear use case: 'what should I bet on today' and explains it saves agents from paging through hundreds of markets. Offers guidance on tradeable-edge knobs and explains why Fed bets are excluded. Lacks explicit 'when not to use' but context is strong.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, destructiveHint, and openWorldHint. The description adds significant behavioral context beyond annotations: it details compatibility warnings for non-equivalent bet shapes, unrelated events, and temporal misalignment, plus explains skipped cross-type/subtype counters.

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 fairly long but well-structured with labeled sections (TWO MODES, RESPONSE, SAFETY FIELDS) and front-loads key purpose. Some details like the shortcut list could be in the schema, but overall it communicates efficiently without redundancy.

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 complexity of a cross-venue spread tool with 3 parameters, no output schema, and no nested objects, the description is remarkably complete. It explains output fields like compatibility_warning, temporal_alignment, and skipped counters, covering potential pitfalls thoroughly.

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 all three parameters described. The description adds value by explaining the two modes (topic vs explicit) and providing concrete examples (e.g., 'fed', 'btc'). It clarifies that explicit tickers override the topic-mapped side, enriching the schema's information.

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 calculates cross-venue spreads between Kalshi and Polymarket for the same resolving question, lists two modes (topic shortcuts and explicit tickers), and distinguishes itself from sibling tools like polymarket_arbitrage by focusing on cross-venue analysis.

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 clear when-to-use guidance: use topic shortcuts for common macros or explicit tickers for custom pairs. It explicitly warns that most pre-mapped topics currently return compatibility warnings and that temporal misalignment makes spreads meaningless, advising caution.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, destructiveHint. Description adds scoping detail (identifier isolation) and behavior for omitting key, which extends beyond annotations.

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

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

Two concise sentences with front-loaded purpose; every sentence adds value without redundancy.

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 retrieval tool with annotations and schema, the description fully covers behavior, scope, and usage context. No output schema needed.

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 baseline 3. Description adds origin context ('previously saved via remember') and pairing with remember/forget, enhancing the agent's understanding.

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 'retrieve' and the resource 'value previously saved via remember', and distinguishes from sibling tools 'remember' and 'forget'.

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 explicit when-to-use context with examples (ticker, address, notes) and pairing guidance, but lacks explicit when-not-to-use or alternatives beyond siblings.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

The description discloses that setting mark_read:true flags events as read, which is a write operation. However, the annotation readOnlyHint is true, indicating the tool is read-only. This contradiction between the description and annotations severely undermines transparency. The tool's behavior is not clearly communicated because the annotation conflicts with the described side effect.

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 four sentences long and front-loaded with the core purpose. It is efficient overall, though the final sentence about an alternative endpoint may be slightly extraneous for an agent focused on tool invocation. Still, it does not waste words and maintains clarity.

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 that there is no output schema, the description adequately explains return fields (source, citation_uri, raw event payload). It covers the mark_read behavior and mentions polling suitability. However, it omits explanation of the unread_only parameter and how it interacts with mark_read, leaving a gap in understanding the complete parameter semantics. This is an important omission for a tool with 5 parameters.

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 parameters are documented. The description adds value beyond the schema by providing a concrete example for the type parameter ('sec_8k') and explaining the effect of mark_read (flagging events so next call returns only newer ones). This contextualizes the parameters meaningfully, though not all parameters are elaborated upon (e.g., limit, unread_only are not mentioned in the description).

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's purpose with a specific verb and resource: 'Pull fired events from your subscription feed.' It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like list_subscriptions (which lists subscriptions, not events) by focusing on retrieving actual alert events from the feed.

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 for polling alerts ('Polls work fine') and mentions an alternative access method (GET endpoint for scripts/dashboards), but it does not explicitly contrast with sibling tools or state when to choose this tool over others like search_within or list_subscriptions. Guidance is present but not comprehensive.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Beyond annotations (readOnly, idempotent), the description details the tool fans out to multiple sources, includes fallback mechanisms and soft-failures, and returns structured results with citation URIs.

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 well-structured: starts with example queries, explains sources, parameter details, and ends with a clear alternative. No wasted sentences.

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 complexity of fanning out to multiple sources with fallbacks, the description thoroughly explains behavior, caveats (USPTO sunset), and output format without needing 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 coverage, the description adds examples and clarifies the 'since' parameter accepts ISO dates or relative shorthand ('7d', '3m'), and 'value' accepts ticker or CIK.

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 provides a change feed for a company (SEC filings, news, patents) in a single parallel call. It distinguishes itself from the sibling 'entity_profile' tool, which is for static profiles.

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 gives explicit usage scenarios like 'What's new with X' and directs users to use 'entity_profile' for static profiles. It also explains fallback behavior between GDELT and GNews.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations indicate a write operation (readOnlyHint false), non-destructive, idempotent. Description adds persistence details: scoped by identifier, 24-hour retention for anonymous sessions. No contradictions.

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 paragraph of 5 sentences, front-loaded with purpose, each sentence adds value without redundancy.

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 simple tool (2 params, no output schema), description covers purpose, when to use, persistence, and pairing with siblings. 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?

Schema coverage is 100% with decent descriptions. Description adds examples of key patterns and value types, but adds limited new semantic meaning beyond 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 explicitly states the tool saves data for reuse later, with concrete examples like 'resolved ticker', 'target address'. It distinguishes from siblings by mentioning recall and forget.

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?

Clearly states when to use ('when you discover something worth carrying forward') and pairs with recall and forget. Missing explicit 'when not to use', but context is clear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations indicate readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and openWorldHint, which the description does not contradict. The description adds value by revealing internal cascading through multiple endpoints and that it replaces 2-3 manual lookups, providing behavioral context beyond annotations.

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

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

The description is front-loaded with clear examples and usage guidance. It is structured but somewhat lengthy; however, every sentence adds value. A minor trim could improve conciseness, but it remains effective.

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 explains what will be returned for each type (e.g., ticker, CIK, company name, citation URI). It covers both types and internal behavior, but does not address error cases or performance, which would enhance 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?

While schema coverage is 100%, the description adds significant meaning by providing examples of accepted values (e.g., 'ticker (AAPL), CIK (0000320193), or name' for company) and mentioning auto-disambiguation. This goes beyond the schema's simple 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?

The description clearly states the tool resolves a user-spoken name to a canonical identifier, with examples like 'What's the ticker for...' and explicitly says to use it when you have a name but need an ID. It distinguishes from sibling tools by positioning itself as the first lookup step.

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 explicit usage guidance: 'Use FIRST whenever you have a name but need an ID.' It also explains what each entity type does. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use it, such as if you already have the ID, which would make it more complete.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already indicate readOnly, idempotent, and non-destructive. The description adds that it probes each entity, returns a ranked list with score, confidence, and signal density, which goes beyond annotations.

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

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

Three sentences, each adding value: purpose, method, and use case. No wasted words; front-loaded with 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?

Despite no output schema, description explains the return type and process. Covers all key aspects for a 4-param tool with 1 required param.

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 baseline is 3. Description does not add substantial parameter meaning beyond schema; it only contextualizes entities as 'your brand + N competitors'.

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 compares AI visibility across multiple entities side-by-side, using ai_visibility_check, and ranks by score. It distinguishes from sibling tools like ai_visibility_check (single probe) and compare_entities (generic comparison).

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 a clear use case: competitive AI-marketing audits. It implies when to use (compare AI recognition across brands) but does not explicitly state when not to use or directly compare to alternatives like ai_visibility_check.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already provide readOnly, openWorld, idempotent, non-destructive hints. The description adds valuable behavioral context: composite fan-out across two services, bundlephobia's first measurement can take 5-30s, partial failures degrade gracefully with sources_failed field.

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 front-loaded with the main purpose and each sentence adds value. However, it is slightly lengthy; could be condensed without losing clarity.

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 composite tool with no output schema, the description fully covers input, behavior, failure modes, and return fields (summary block fields, per-advisory detail, links, alternative versions). Complete for 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?

Schema coverage is 100% and both parameters are described. Description adds context: version defaults to latest published when omitted, and scoped packages like '@types/node' are accepted.

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 is a composite check for adding an npm package, combining deps.dev and bundlephobia data. It uses a specific verb ('scan') and resource ('dependency'), and distinguishes from siblings by focusing on npm packages and dependency evaluation.

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?

Explicit usage guidance: 'Use whenever an agent asks "is X safe / popular / small" or "what does adding lodash cost me"'. Also mentions limitations (NPM only in v1, fallback for other ecosystems) and partial failure behavior.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations already declare readOnly, idempotent, openWorld, and non-destructive. The description adds that the tool is 'Keyless' (no API key needed), which is a behavioral trait not in annotations. It also outlines the return fields, providing useful context beyond structured data.

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 two sentences with no wasted words. The key action and results are front-loaded. Every sentence adds value.

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, no output schema, and well-covered annotations, the description sufficiently explains the tool's purpose, inputs, and outputs. No further details are needed for an agent to use it 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%, so the parameters (name, fuzzy, marine_only) are fully documented in the schema. The description does not add new meaning to the parameters beyond what the schema descriptions provide. Baseline 3 is appropriate.

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

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

The description clearly states the tool resolves a marine species or genus name to WoRMS identifiers and taxonomic details, including AphiaID, accepted name, authority, status, rank, and classification. It distinguishes itself from siblings as no other sibling focuses on species taxonomy resolution.

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 for marine species lookup and notes WoRMS as authoritative, but does not explicitly state when to use or avoid this tool vs. alternatives among the many sibling tools. No exclusions or when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Beyond annotations (readOnlyHint, etc.), the description reveals technical details: BGE-base-en embeddings, cosine similarity, 500-char overlapping windows, 200K char cap with truncation flagging, and offset per passage for verification. 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, well-structured paragraph. Purpose is front-loaded, followed by usage, pairing, and technical details. No wasted words, every sentence adds value.

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?

Covers purpose, usage guidelines, behavioral traits, parameter details, and return format. Despite no output schema, the description provides enough context for correct invocation and understanding of results.

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 baseline is 3. The description adds value with query examples, explains truncation for `text`, and hints at return format (top-N passages with offsets and scores), compensating for lack of output 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 tool performs semantic search inside a fetched record, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from siblings like `ask_pipeworx_grounded` by focusing on internal search within already-retrieved text.

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 instructs to use when the record is too large for the prompt, and pairs with `ask_pipeworx_grounded`. Provides clear context for when to apply and how to combine with an alternative.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Annotations provide readOnlyHint=false, idempotentHint=true, etc. Description adds authentication requirements, type-specific parameters with examples, delivery constraints (SMS cap of 10/day, phone verification), and return value. No contradictions. Rich behavioral context beyond annotations.

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

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

Description is well-structured with bullet points, front-loading purpose and authentication, then listing types and delivery options. Every sentence is informative; no wasted words. Appropriate length for the complexity.

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 3 parameters with nested objects and no output schema, the description covers: purpose, required auth, type-specific examples, delivery constraints, return value, and rate limits. It is fully sufficient for correct tool 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%, so parameters are already described. Description adds concrete examples for each type, explains constraints (phone verification, email validation, SMS cap), and clarifies required vs optional fields. This goes beyond the schema's basic 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?

Description clearly states 'Create a proactive monitoring subscription to a live-data event stream. Returns the new subscription id.' This is a specific verb+resource, and distinguishes from siblings like list_subscriptions, unsubscribe, recent_alerts. Also notes authentication requirement, further differentiating from anonymous 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?

Description mentions requiring Pipeworx OAuth account, implying when to use (with authenticated access). Does not explicitly state when not to use or contrast with alternatives, but given sibling list and unsub tools, context is clear. Could be more explicit about exclusionary criteria.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Goes beyond annotations by specifying that the row is deactivated (not deleted) and that historical events remain available via 'recent_alerts'. This adds valuable behavioral context that annotations alone don't 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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with the action, and no unnecessary words. Every sentence adds value.

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 tool with one parameter and full annotations. Covers ownership, deactivation, and historical data. Could mention return value or error cases, but not critical.

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%. Description adds context that the id is 'returned by subscribe', which is helpful but only mildy supplements the schema description. Meets baseline for high 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 clearly states the action ('Cancel a subscription by id'), identifies the resource ('subscription'), and distinguishes from sibling tools like 'subscribe' and 'list_subscriptions' by specifying deactivation vs deletion and ownership.

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 states ownership enforcement ('you can only cancel your own subscriptions'), which guides proper usage. Doesn't mention when not to use or alternatives, but the context (unsubscribe from alerts) makes it clear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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

Beyond annotations (readOnlyHint, etc.), the description details return values (verdict types, actual value with citation, percent delta), data sources (SEC EDGAR + XBRL), and efficiency gains, providing rich behavioral 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?

The description is well-structured with examples and distinct sections, but slightly verbose; however, every sentence contributes value.

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 single parameter, no output schema, and existing annotations, the description provides sufficient context for an agent to decide when and how to use the tool, including limitations and output details.

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?

The sole parameter 'claim' has a schema description, and the tool description adds examples of claim formats, significantly enhancing meaning beyond the schema alone.

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 verifies natural-language claims against authoritative sources, provides trigger phrases, and distinguishes its domain (company-financial claims). It is not a tautology and adds specific verb+resource detail.

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 says when to use ('whenever the agent needs to check whether something a user said is factually correct') and scopes to company-financial claims, but does not explicitly name alternative tools for other types of claims.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.