acedatacloud_list_announcements

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It states basic behavior (list, sorted newest first) but lacks details on pagination, authentication requirements, rate limits, or whether announcements are cached. Adequate but not thorough.

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 sentence with no filler. Immediately states purpose and ordering. Every word earns its place.

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 list tool with one optional parameter and an output schema, the description is mostly complete. It clarifies ordering and that announcements are 'published'. Could mention the sorting field (e.g., by date) but current phrasing is sufficient.

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 covers the single 'limit' parameter with a clear description. The tool description adds ordering info ('newest first') which is about output, not parameter semantics. No additional parameter context 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?

Description clearly states 'List published platform announcements (newest first)', specifying the action, resource, and ordering. It differentiates from sibling list tools like acedatacloud_list_models or acedatacloud_list_orders by focusing on announcements.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. The description implies usage for retrieving announcements, but does not mention scenarios where siblings would be preferred (e.g., using acedatacloud_get_doc for specific documents).

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