search_tiktok

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

Discloses cost, pagination with nextOffset, response shape (creatorList, totalResults, hasNextPage), and coarser sponsorship filtering. No annotations exist, so description carries full behavioral burden.

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?

Single paragraph with dense, valuable info. Could be slightly better structured (e.g., bullet points) but is front-loaded with purpose and efficient in word count.

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?

Covers cost, filter count, pagination, response fields, and platform differences. No output schema, but response fields are listed. Missing potential details like data freshness, but complete enough for selection.

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%, but description adds meaningful guidance: 'Use totalFollowers (NOT totalSubscribers)' for count thresholds, 'Hashtag values need the "#" prefix.' These go beyond 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?

The description clearly states 'Search TikTok creators using structured filters,' specifying the action and resource. It distinguishes from sibling tools by mentioning platform-specific fields like totalFollowers and niches vs topics, making it unique among search tools.

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?

Provides explicit guidelines: credit cost per 10 filters, max 10 filters, and platform-specific instructions (use totalFollowers, hashtag '#'). Lacks a direct contrast with search_creators_nls but offers clear context.

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