crypto_checksum

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

No annotations provided, so description must cover behavior. It describes the action but does not disclose whether it's read-only, any authentication needs, rate limits, or output specifics. Minimal behavioral context.

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?

Contains redundant 'Menu ID: checksum. Checksum Calculation.' and marketing fluff. Front-loading is poor. Fourth sentence defers to another tool. Not concise or efficient.

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 3 required params, no output schema, and no annotations, description fails to explain parameter meanings, output format, or behavioral constraints. Incomplete for safe usage.

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 0%, so description needs to explain parameters. It lists example algorithm names but does not explain 'text' (data format), 'outputFormat', or exact algorithm enum values. Adds some meaning but insufficient.

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 it calculates checksums like CRC32, Adler32, Fletcher16/32, FNV. The verb 'calculate' and resource 'checksums' are specific. It distinguishes from sibling crypto tools by focusing on checksum algorithms.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. Only a reference to 'describe_tool' for more info, but no when-to-use or when-not-to-use context.

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