confirm_deposit_sandbox

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

Discloses sandbox simulation and live behavior contrast, but no annotations exist to cover safety profile. Lacks details on idempotency, error handling, required permissions, or side effects beyond simulation.

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 concise sentences front-loading key info: sandbox indicator, action, scope, and live contrast. Every word earns its place with no redundancy.

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?

Explains purpose and sandbox distinction but omits dependencies (e.g., need for prior pending deposit), return behavior, and error scenarios. For a simple tool with no output schema, this is adequate but not thorough.

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?

Parameter 'deposit_id' is self-explanatory but schema coverage is 0% and description adds no further meaning. Does not explain format, source, or relationship to other tools like create_deposit.

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?

Description clearly states it simulates confirmation of a pending deposit in sandbox, distinguishing from live on-chain behavior. Verb 'confirm' with resource 'deposit' is specific, and 'SANDBOX' + 'test key only' differentiate from siblings.

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?

Explicitly marks as sandbox-only and test key only, implying usage context. Does not name alternative tools but contrasts with live 'on-chain watcher'. Lacks explicit when-not-to-use or prerequisites like needing a pending deposit.

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