get_dsr_guidance

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

No annotations provided; the description suggests a read-only operation ('Get guidance') but does not disclose authentication needs, side effects, or other behavioral traits beyond the obvious.

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 very short and front-loaded, but effectively conveys the tool's purpose and parameter options. Could be slightly improved with a brief note on output.

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 (one parameter, output schema present), the description is fairly complete. It explains the parameter's accepted values, though it could mention that the guidance is GDPR-specific.

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 description adds meaning to the sole 'request_type' parameter by listing valid values ('access', 'rectification', etc.), compensating for the schema's lack of enum constraints (0% 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?

The description clearly states the verb 'get' and resource 'guidance on handling a specific data-subject request,' distinguishing it from siblings like 'generate_dsr_workflow' and 'get_dsr_timeline'.

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 usage when guidance on a specific DSR type is needed, but provides no explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance compared to alternative sibling tools.

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