amazon_batch_create

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It mentions async processing and result retrieval methods, but lacks details on side effects, auth, rate limits, or error handling. The description is insufficient for a tool with no structured behavioral hints.

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, well-structured sentence that front-loads the purpose and includes key details (limit, result method). No extraneous words.

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 missing annotations and output schema, the description covers main function and result retrieval. However, it lacks details on error handling, item validation, and batch id format. Adequate but with gaps.

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 33%, only webhook_url has a description. The description adds context for items ('ASINs or search queries') but does not explain endpoint values or items structure beyond the schema. It partially compensates but not fully.

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 clearly states the tool queues up to 1000 ASINs or search queries for async processing and returns a batch id. It distinguishes from siblings like amazon_batch_status (poll), amazon_product, and amazon_search (single lookups).

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 implies use for multiple items ('up to 1000 ASINs or search queries') and mentions polling or webhook, but does not explicitly state when to avoid this tool (e.g., for single queries) or contrast with siblings.

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