config_config_dump

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

The description indicates the output is a JSON object representing all config, which implies a read operation. With no annotations, the description is the sole source of behavioral info, but it lacks details on potential side effects, performance, or authorization requirements.

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 (one sentence), but it omits essential information about the parameter. While brevity is positive, the lack of completeness reduces its effectiveness.

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 presence of a single required parameter that is not explained, the description is insufficient for an agent to understand how to invoke the tool correctly. The output schema exists but is not detailed, and the description adds no extra context.

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 a required 'name' parameter with no description and 0% schema description coverage. The tool description fails to explain what 'name' refers to, leaving the parameter's role completely ambiguous.

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 'Export all config' and the output format 'as a JSON object', making the tool's purpose evident. However, it does not provide differentiation from sibling tools like config_config_get or config_config_list, which may also retrieve config 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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as config_config_get for specific keys. No context on prerequisites or exclusions is provided, leaving the agent without decision support.

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