get_tag_notes

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It only states the core read operation without detailing exact-match behavior, case sensitivity, return format, or potential limitations. This leaves an agent without enough information to anticipate edge cases or side effects.

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 directly states the tool's purpose with no redundant or extraneous words. It is concise and well-structured, earning a perfect 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?

For a simple tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description gives a clear functional overview of what the tool does. While it does not explicitly describe the return structure, the phrase 'Get all notes' implies the notes are returned, which likely suffices for an agent to understand the output.

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 schema provides complete coverage for the only parameter 'tag' with a description, so the baseline is 3. The tool description adds that notes 'contain' the tag, which slightly clarifies filtering semantics but does not substantially enrich the parameter meaning beyond the schema.

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 identifies the operation ('Get') and resource ('all notes') plus the filtering condition ('that contain a specific tag'). It does not explicitly distinguish itself from the sibling tool 'search_by_tag', which likely serves a similar purpose, so it lacks explicit sibling differentiation.

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?

The description implies the tool is used when all notes with a particular tag are needed, providing clear context but no exclusions or alternatives. Given that sibling tools like 'search_by_tag' and 'search_notes' exist, there is no guidance on when this tool should be preferred over them.

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