get_all_topic_infos

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

No annotations exist; the description carries the full burden for behavioral traits. It does not disclose whether the operation is read-only, expensive, requires permissions, or what data format is returned. The minimal description adds no behavioral context beyond the obvious read nature.

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 sentence, very concise and front-loaded. However, it is too sparse and could include more useful information without losing conciseness. It does not waste words, but could earn its place better.

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?

Given the tool has no parameters and an output schema exists, the description does not need to detail return values. However, the context of many sibling tools demands some differentiation. The description fails to indicate that this tool likely returns comprehensive info for all topics, leaving the agent to infer from the name alone.

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?

There are zero parameters, so per guidelines the baseline is 4. The description adds no parameter info, but the schema already covers all parameters (none). Thus no additional value is needed.

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 all topic information' states a specific verb and resource, but it essentially restates the tool name without adding clarity on what 'all topic information' entails. It does not differentiate from siblings like 'get_topic_info' which likely retrieves info for a single topic, though the name implies the distinction.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as 'get_topic_info' or 'get_admin_topic_details'. There is no indication of prerequisites, context, or exclusions.

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