get_appointment_status_times

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. It does not state whether the tool is read-only, requires authentication, or how data is aggregated. The description only mentions output, not behavior like data freshness or side effects.

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?

Extremely short but not well-structured; it is a fragment rather than a complete sentence. It conveys the core idea but could be improved with a proper verb and structure.

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?

No output schema exists, so description should clarify return format (e.g., list, units, aggregation period). It does not specify whether times are in seconds, minutes, or hours, nor whether it returns a mapping or a summary table. Incomplete for a metric 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?

Input schema has zero parameters, so parameter documentation is not required. However, the description does not explicitly confirm that no parameters are needed, which slightly reduces clarity. Baseline for no params is 4.

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 'The average time spent in each appointment status' indicates the tool outputs averages per status, but lacks a verb and is phrased as a noun phrase. It distinguishes from siblings like 'get_appointment_avg_duration_by_status' only by name, not by description.

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 similar ones like get_appointment_avg_duration_by_status or get_appointment_avg_duration_by_dock_and_status. No context on prerequisites or typical scenarios.

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