get_account

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

The description indicates a read operation ('Get'), which aligns with the tool's behavior. No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It does not disclose any additional behavioral traits (e.g., authentication needs, rate limits), but for a simple retrieval tool, the verb suffices.

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, 14-word sentence. It is highly concise and front-loaded with the verb and resource. Every word adds value with no redundancy or fluff.

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 the tool has zero parameters and no output schema, the description enumerates the key pieces of data returned (user, subscription, prints, credits). This is sufficient for a simple getter. It could be slightly more complete by stating that it returns the current authenticated user's account, but the context of 'this user' implies it.

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?

There are no parameters, and schema description coverage is 100% (vacuously). With zero parameters, the baseline is 4. The description adds no param-specific information because none is needed.

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 verb 'Get' and the resource 'account' (Polar Cloud user). It lists specific data returned: subscription plan, remaining prints, and AI credits. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like list_printers or get_job, which deal with different entities.

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 by the description: use it to retrieve account information for the current user. However, there is no explicit guidance on when to use vs. alternatives or when not to use. Given the sibling context, the purpose is clear, but the description lacks direct instruction.

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