list_short_urls

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

Annotations already disclose readOnlyHint and idempotentHint, so the safety profile is covered. The description adds 'bounded pagination' as a behavioral trait, but does not elaborate on filtering behavior, sorting, or response shape. This is minimal added context beyond annotations.

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?

A single sentence, front-loaded with the core action, no redundant words. Every phrase earns its place, making it appropriately concise.

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?

The tool has 7 parameters and no output schema, yet the description is only one sentence. It omits filter semantics, ordering behavior, pagination mechanics, and return type. 'Bounded pagination' is the only behavioral detail, leaving a significant completeness gap for an agent to use the tool effectively.

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%, so the description must compensate for lack of parameter documentation. The description mentions 'list and search' and 'pagination' but does not explain any of the 7 parameters (searchTerm, tags, startDate, endDate, orderBy, page, itemsPerPage). Parameter names offer some intuition, but the description adds no concrete semantics.

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 tool lists and searches short URLs, using a specific verb and resource. This distinguishes it from siblings like get_short_url (single fetch), create_short_url, or edit_short_url.

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?

The description implies a browsing/searching use case, but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives such as get_short_url for a single lookup or list_tags for tag-only browsing. No exclusions or when-not guidance are provided.

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