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spotify_get_playlist

Retrieve detailed information for a Spotify playlist by providing its ID.

Instructions

Get detailed information about a specific playlist.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
playlist_idYesThe Spotify ID of the playlist
Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must fully disclose behavior. It only says 'get detailed information', which implies a read operation but lacks specifics on returned data structure, authentication requirements, or any rate limits. This is insufficient.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is a single, efficient sentence of 7 words with no redundancy. It is front-loaded with the verb and resource, making it immediately scannable.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the simple interface (one parameter, no output schema, no annotations), the description is adequate but minimal. It does not explain what 'detailed information' includes, leaving the agent with an incomplete picture of the tool's output.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The schema already describes the sole parameter `playlist_id` with 100% coverage. The description does not add any extra context about the parameter, so it meets the baseline but does not improve upon the schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb 'Get' and the resource 'specific playlist', making the purpose evident. It is distinct from siblings like `spotify_get_playlists` (which lists playlists) by focusing on a single playlist's detailed info, though it does not explicitly differentiate.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as `spotify_get_playlists` or other getter tools. The description only states what it does without context for choosing it.

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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