predictive_allocation_status

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

No annotations are provided, so the description bears the full burden. It states the tool reports status (read-only) but does not explicitly confirm it has no side effects or require special permissions. The behavior is implied but not fully transparent.

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 sentence that is front-loaded and free of unnecessary words. It efficiently communicates the tool's purpose without redundancy, earning a high score for conciseness.

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 tool's simplicity (zero parameters, no output schema, no nested objects), the description provides sufficient context. It describes the tool's function and the specific mechanism it belongs to, making it complete for an agent to understand its utility.

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 zero parameters and 100% coverage, so the description's role is to explain what information the tool returns. It adds meaning beyond the schema by specifying that it reports whether 'live contracts are wired into this server', which clarifies the output's semantic content.

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 that the tool reports the status of the direct Predictive Allocation submission path, specifically whether live contracts are wired into the server. It distinguishes from sibling tools (e.g., pool_history, recommend_allocation) by being a status check rather than a data query or action 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?

No explicit when-to-use guidance is given. The description implies it should be used to check system connectivity, but it does not specify when this is preferable to alternatives or mention prerequisites. This is acceptable for a simple read-only tool, but could be more helpful.

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