get_list

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

No annotations are provided, and the description only states 'Get a specific List by ID', which reveals no behavioral traits beyond the obvious read nature. It does not disclose return format, error behavior, permissions, or any side effects, leaving the agent without essential context for a tool with zero annotation coverage.

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, concise sentence with no redundant words or repetition of the tool name. It is front-loaded with the action and resource, making it easy to scan and understand immediately.

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 is simple (one required integer parameter, no output schema, no annotations), but the description itself is minimal. It does not specify what the return value contains (e.g., full list object, list items) or handle edge cases. While sufficient for a trivial getter, it leaves some ambiguity about the broader context of what a 'List' is in this API.

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?

With schema description coverage at 0%, the description must compensate for the schema's lack of descriptive detail. It only mentions 'by ID', which adds minimal meaning beyond the parameter name and type already in the schema. The description fails to clarify the domain or format of the ID or any related 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 a specific List by ID' clearly states the action (Get), the resource (List), and the scope (specific, by ID). It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like list_lists, create_list, update_list, and delete_list by indicating a targeted retrieval operation.

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 this tool is used when you need a single List identified by its ID, but it does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives or mention any exclusions or prerequisites. The usage context is inherent but not elaborated.

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