get_user_tweets
Retrieve recent tweets from a specified Twitter user.
Instructions
Get recent tweets from a specific user.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| username | Yes | ||
| maxResults | No |
Retrieve recent tweets from a specified Twitter user.
Get recent tweets from a specific user.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| username | Yes | ||
| maxResults | No |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided. The description only states 'Get recent tweets' without disclosing behavioral traits like rate limits, authentication requirements, or what defines 'recent' (e.g., 7 days). As a read operation, no contradictions but insufficient disclosure.
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 sentence with no unnecessary words. Efficient and to the point.
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?
No output schema, so return format is unknown. The description does not explain pagination, rate limits, or what fields each tweet contains. Incomplete for a tool that likely returns complex data.
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 description coverage is 0%, meaning parameter descriptions are missing. The description adds no parameter information. While 'username' is intuitive, 'maxResults' is left to inference without constraints or explanation.
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 (Get), resource (tweets), and scope (from a specific user). It distinguishes from siblings like get_timeline (home timeline) and search_tweets (cross-user search). However, 'recent' is ambiguous without a time window.
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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as search_tweets or get_timeline. No mention of prerequisites or contexts.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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