brc_list_nominal_journal_batches

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

Describes read-only nature implicitly ('returns a list') and mentions filtering/ordering capabilities. No annotations exist, so description carries full burden; could be improved by stating it does not modify data.

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, no fluff. First sentence states purpose, second provides usage guidance. Efficient and well-structured.

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?

Adequate for a list tool with well-documented schema. Lacks output description (what fields are returned), but the usage context and parameters are sufficiently covered.

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 coverage is 100%; description repeats the filtering by entryDate and ordering by id that is already in the schema. Adds no new meaning beyond the 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?

Clear verb ('returns a list') and specific resource ('nominal journal batches'). Does not explicitly differentiate from sibling list tools, but the name and description sufficiently identify the target resource.

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?

Explicit guidance to use before update/delete operations to obtain id and timestamp. Lacks explicit when-not-to-use or alternative tools, but the provided context is helpful.

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