get_groups_group_id
Fetch detailed information about a chat group using its unique group ID.
Instructions
Get Group Info
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| groupId | Yes |
Fetch detailed information about a chat group using its unique group ID.
Get Group Info
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| groupId | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only says 'Get Group Info', which merely restates the tool's name and implies read-only behavior. It does not describe the return format, error handling, authentication requirements, or side effects.
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, consisting of a single sentence with no waste. However, it is under-specified and does not front-load any useful detail beyond what the tool name already conveys.
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 get operation with one parameter and no output schema or annotations, the description is too thin. It does not explain what 'Group Info' includes, such as members, settings, or metadata, leaving the agent to guess the tool's full 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 description coverage is 0%, and the description does not mention the groupId parameter at all. The parameter's meaning is inferred solely from its name, with no additional context about format, source, or constraints.
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 'Get Group Info' uses a clear verb and resource, but it is vague about what specific information is returned. It does not differentiate this tool from the sibling get_groups_group_id_invitelink, since both are about getting group-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 alternatives. There is no mention of scenarios, exclusions, or alternative tools such as list_groups or get_groups_group_id_invitelink.
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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