islamhouse_quran_categories

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

No annotations provided, so description should disclose behavioral traits. It does not indicate if the operation is read-only, requires authentication, or how it handles invalid language codes. The minimal description leaves potential side effects or limitations unaddressed.

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, concise and free of fluff. It is front-loaded but slightly under-specified; however, it earns its place for brevity.

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 required parameter and no output schema, the description is nearly complete but does not explain the response format or any constraints (e.g., pagination). It is adequate but not rich.

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 'language' described as 'Language code (e.g., 'ar', 'en')'. The tool description adds no extra meaning beyond the schema, 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 'Get IslamHouse Quran categories' clearly states the verb (Get) and resource (IslamHouse Quran categories), distinguishing it from siblings like 'islamhouse_categories_tree' or 'islamhouse_quran_single_category'. However, it lacks specificity about what type of categories (e.g., topic groupings, sura categories).

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'islamhouse_categories_tree' or 'islamhouse_child_categories'. Does not specify prerequisites or context, such as whether a language is required or what to do if no categories exist.

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