reddit_sweep

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

Discloses that the tool makes live Reddit calls and may take a while, and explains the two stages. With no annotations, the description carries full burden; it provides good behavioral context beyond the tool name, though does not detail auth or error handling.

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 efficient paragraphs: first explains the process stages, second covers parameter overrides and return type. Front-loads purpose, 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?

Given the tool's complexity (multi-stage, four parameters, output schema exists), the description fully covers the process, parameter overrides, and return summary. Mentions potential slowness, making it complete for an agent to decide and invoke.

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 0% schema description coverage, the description adds meaning for all four parameters: explains time values (hour|day|week|month|year|all), limit as posts per sub, max_threads as override, and profile is self-explanatory. Compensates well for the lack of schema 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 'two-stage sweep' for a profile with specific actions: pulling/scoring posts and deep-fetching comments. Uses specific verbs like Run, pulls, scores, deep-fetches. Differentiates from sibling tools by describing a comprehensive sweep.

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 for comprehensive profile analysis, noting live Reddit calls and potential slowness. Does not explicitly state when to use this tool vs siblings like reddit_search or reddit_fetch_thread, leaving the agent to infer based on the sweep description.

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