get_view
Fetch a specific Zendesk view by its ID to retrieve its configuration and details.
Instructions
Get a specific view by ID
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | View ID |
Fetch a specific Zendesk view by its ID to retrieve its configuration and details.
Get a specific view by ID
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| id | Yes | View ID |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.1.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnlyHint and openWorldHint, so the read-only nature is clear. The description adds no behavioral context beyond annotations—no mention of response format, errors, or additional side effects—so it contributes little transparency.
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 front-loaded sentence with no filler. It conveys resource, operation, and selection criterion without wasted words.
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 read-only getter with one required, fully documented parameter, the description is sufficient for correct invocation. The lack of an output schema means return-value detail would add value, but it is not essential for deciding when or how to call this tool.
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 100%, and the id parameter is already described as 'View ID'. The description restates that the view is selected by ID but adds no new format, constraints, or parameter-level guidance.
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 states a clear verb ('Get'), resource ('view'), and selection criterion ('by ID'). It unambiguously distinguishes this from list_views (all views) and from create/update/delete siblings.
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?
Usage is implied: use when you know a specific view ID. However, there is no explicit guidance about when to prefer this over list_views or other view-related tools, leaving the agent to infer the intended context.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.