explorer_get_daily_tx_count

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true and openWorldHint=true, so the safety profile is known. However, the description adds no additional behavioral context—no mention of return format, pagination, timezone handling, or date inclusivity beyond what the schema already specifies.

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, compact sentence that front-loads the core operation. Every word contributes meaning without redundancy, making it appropriately concise for a straightforward data-retrieval tool.

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 having good parameter schema coverage and read-only annotations, the description lacks details about the return structure, date range inclusivity, timezone handling, or how daily counts are aggregated. With no output schema, the description should provide more context about expected results, so it falls short.

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 provides descriptions for all 4 parameters (chainId, startDate, endDate, sort), covering 100% of the parameters. The description adds no extra parameter semantics beyond the schema, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 states a specific verb ('Get') and a clear resource ('daily transaction count') scoped to a date range. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like explorer_get_daily_gas_used or explorer_get_daily_new_addresses, which have different metrics.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as explorer_get_tx_history or explorer_get_daily_gas_used. The description simply states the operation without indicating exclusions or preferred contexts.

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