Retrieve global firewall settings for each device, allowing filtering by device ID and pagination to handle large sets.
List per-device firewall global settings with optional filtering and pagination.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| limit | No | Max results per page. | |
| offset | No | Starting index for pagination (zero-based). | |
| device_id | No | Filter by device UUID. |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v1.0.0Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
With no annotations, the description carries full burden but only states basic operation. It does not disclose authentication needs, rate limits, or behavior when no results. Minimal added 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?
The description is a single, efficient sentence with no wasted words. It is front-loaded with verb and resource.
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 output schema, the description omits what the response includes. It is adequate for a simple list tool but could specify return format or fields.
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%, so the description does not need to add parameter meaning. It only mentions 'optional filtering and pagination' without extra detail, matching the baseline.
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 action ('List') and resource ('per-device firewall global settings'). It distinguishes from the sibling 'get_firewall_device_global_settings' by using 'list' vs 'get', but does not explicitly contrast them.
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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like the single-device get tool or other list tools. No when/when-not advice is given.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.