smartsheet_list_workspace_children

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

Description discloses pagination behavior (token-based, max_items constraints) and item types. However, annotations are absent, so the description must cover all behavioral aspects. It fails to mention whether the operation is read-only or if any side effects occur, which is minimal but acceptable for a list function.

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?

Extremely concise: two sentences, 20 words. Front-loaded with the main purpose and critical pagination details. No superfluous information.

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 list tool with 4 params and no output schema, the description covers pagination and item types but omits return structure (e.g., fields in each child item). Adequate but could be more complete by mentioning typical response fields like id, name, type.

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 75%. The description adds value by explaining max_items constraints (100..1000, multiple of 100). However, it does not explain the 'include' parameter or workspace_id beyond what the schema provides. Baseline 3 is appropriate given high schema coverage.

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?

Description clearly states the verb and resource: 'Paginated child items (folders/sheets/reports/dashboards/templates) of a workspace' with a specific verb implied by 'list' in the name. It distinguishes from sibling tools like smartsheet_list_folder_children by specifying workspace context.

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?

Description implies usage for listing workspace children but does not explicitly compare to alternatives like smartsheet_list_folder_children or smartsheet_get_workspace. No when-not-to-use guidance is given, leaving it to the agent to infer from context.

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