get_spotify_token

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

No annotations provided; the description bears full burden. It does not disclose whether the tool is read-only, makes external calls, or requires authentication. The nature of 'status' is undefined.

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?

A single sentence with no extraneous content. However, it could be expanded slightly without losing conciseness to provide more context.

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 no parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is the sole source of information. It lacks details about the returned status (e.g., valid/invalid, expiration), leaving the agent guessing about the response structure.

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?

No parameters exist, so baseline is 4. The description need not add parameter details, but it also does not explain the meaning of the status output beyond the name.

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 tool retrieves 'current Spotify access token status', specifying the verb 'get' and the resource 'Spotify access token'. It distinguishes from siblings which focus on events, songs, venues, and users.

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. It does not indicate prerequisites (e.g., authentication) or scenarios where checking the token is appropriate.

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