homedepot_suggest

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

No annotations, so description carries the burden. It discloses that returns are in site ranking order, that a term matching nothing returns an empty list rather than an error, and that suggestions are directly usable as q for search. This is good behavioral context beyond the basic 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 concise, front-loaded with the core purpose, and each sentence adds value without 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?

For a single-parameter read-only tool with no output schema, the description covers the input semantics, output format (suggestions), ranking order, and error behavior. Missing details like pagination or result limit are minor for this simple tool.

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%, so baseline is 3. Description adds semantics by explaining that 'term' is the partial search text and giving an example ('drill'). It also clarifies the output relationship to the search tool, which is useful beyond the schema.

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?

Describes the tool as returning Home Depot's search-box typeahead suggestions for a partial query, in the site's own ranking order. Clearly distinguishes from the sibling homedepot_search by stating each suggestion is usable as the q parameter for that tool.

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 states when to use: for partial search text (typeahead), and how output connects to homedepot_search. While it doesn't say when NOT to use, it implies comparison to full search, and the context of typeahead is clear from 'partial query'.

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