run_regime_detection

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

Annotations indicate readOnlyHint=true, but the description explicitly states it updates current_regime.json, which is a write operation. This is a clear contradiction. Beyond that, no additional behavioral traits are disclosed.

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 sentences with no wasted words. The first sentence front-loads the action and analysis components; the second sentence explains the output and its significance. Efficient and to the point.

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?

Despite good purpose clarity, the description does not explain return values (no output schema), prerequisites, potential side effects (e.g., time to run, data dependencies), or how the file update interacts with live bots. The contradiction further undermines completeness.

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?

The input schema has one parameter (symbol) with 0% schema description coverage. The description does not mention this parameter at all, failing to compensate for the lack of schema documentation.

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 runs a regime detection pipeline, lists what it analyzes (VIX term structure, market breadth, price action), and specifies the output classification types and the updated file. This distinguishes it from siblings like detect_market_regime and detect_regime_hmm, which likely have different scopes.

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 alternative regime detection tools (e.g., detect_market_regime, detect_regime_hmm). The description implies it's for updating the current regime for live bots, but does not state usage conditions or exclusions.

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