services_media_seek

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states 'seek' which implies moving to a position, but does not clarify if this triggers playback, if the position is absolute or relative, or if it only works while media is playing. No side effects or permissions are mentioned, leaving significant gaps.

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 very short (one sentence), which is concise but likely too concise for adequate understanding. It front-loads the main action but omits important details. It is not verbose, but the conciseness comes at the cost of completeness, resulting in a baseline score.

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 complexity (simple tool with 2 params) and the presence of an output schema (which covers return values), the description should still provide more context. It misses explaining that entity_id identifies the media player, that position is in seconds, and any dependencies like 'only works for media players with seek support'. This lack of completeness hinders effective use.

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?

The input schema has 0% description coverage, so the description must compensate. It only mentions 'position (seconds)', adding marginal value over the schema. The 'entity_id' parameter is not described at all, leaving its purpose ambiguous. The description does not clarify the expected format or constraints for the parameters.

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 action 'seek' and the resource 'media player', and specifies the parameter 'position (seconds)'. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like services_media_play_pause and services_set_volume, which have different actions. However, it does not explicitly mention that entity_id targets a media player, though it is implied.

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 services_media_play_pause. It does not mention prerequisites (e.g., media must be playing or the player must support seeking) or whether it is suitable for all media players. The lack of usage context makes it harder for an AI to decide correctly.

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