get_videos

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It conveys that the tool is read-only and supports filtering and pagination, but it does not disclose return format, default values, ordering, or other behaviors. This is acceptable for a simple list tool but leaves room for ambiguity.

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 sentence that is concise, front-loaded with the core purpose, and contains no filler or redundant information. Every word earns its place.

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?

With five parameters and no output schema, the description is simplistic. It covers the basic functionality but omits return structure and parameter behaviors (e.g., exact vs. partial matching, default pagination values). For a straightforward list tool, this is adequate but not complete, especially given the lack of annotations or output schema.

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 description coverage is 100%, with each parameter (id, skip, limit, title, language) described in the schema. The description adds a high-level mention of 'optional filtering and pagination' but no additional detail beyond the schema, so the baseline 3 applies.

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 lists videos, using the verb 'Get' with the resource 'videos', and mentions optional filtering and pagination. It is specific enough to distinguish from sibling tools by resource name, though it does not explicitly differentiate itself from get_talks or get_posts beyond that.

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 when to use this tool: when listing videos with optional filters or pagination. However, it provides no explicit guidance on when not to use it or mention of alternatives like get_talks or get_posts, leaving usage context implied rather than explicit.

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