get_password_folder

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

No annotations are present, so the description alone must convey behavior; it only states the action without disclosing read-only nature, error responses, or return value format. There is no mention of authentication or side effects, leaving the agent with incomplete information.

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 short sentence, 'Retrieve a password folder by ID,' is appropriately concise and front-loaded, with no redundant words. It conveys the core purpose in minimal space.

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 get-by-ID operation with no output schema, the description covers the basic action but lacks detail on the return object, error handling, or any special constraints. Given the tool's simplicity, the minimal description is borderline adequate but leaves some gaps.

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 has 0% description coverage, and the description merely restates 'by ID' without adding format, source, or example for the id parameter. It adds little beyond the property name 'id' in the 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?

The description uses a specific verb 'Retrieve' and names the exact resource 'password folder' with an ID parameter, making the primary action clear. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like list_password_folders or get_asset_password by specifying the resource type and retrieval mode.

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 usage context is provided – the description does not state when to use this tool over alternatives like get_folder or list_password_folders, nor does it mention any prerequisites or conditions for use.

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