get_vlan_zone

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior, but it only says 'Get a VLAN Zone by ID.' It adds no context about read-only nature, error handling, response shape, pagination, permissions, or any side effects. The verb 'get' implies a read, but the description does not explicitly confirm or elaborate.

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, front-loaded sentence with no wasted words. It is appropriately sized for a simple getter and immediately conveys the core action and target.

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 one-parameter getter with no output schema, this description is minimally sufficient for selection and invocation. However, it does not elaborate on the return object, required existence of the ID, or any exceptional cases. It is adequate but leaves gaps that a more detailed description could fill.

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 schema has one integer parameter 'id' with 0% description coverage. The description says 'by ID,' which merely restates the parameter name without explaining what the ID refers to, how to obtain it, format constraints, or any linkage to other resources. It does not compensate for the lack of schema descriptions.

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 VLAN Zone by ID' uses a specific verb ('Get') and a clear resource ('VLAN Zone'), and the qualifier 'by ID' distinguishes it from list_vlan_zones and other get_* tools. It is unambiguous and immediately understood.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention when to prefer it over get_vlan, list_vlan_zones, or other list/get tools. Usage context is only implied by the name and parameter, which is insufficient for a tool with many siblings.

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