get_company_recent_metrics

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

With no annotations provided, the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It does not state that the operation is read-only, nor does it hint at any side effects, error conditions, or performance implications. The agent is left to infer safety and behavior.

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 extremely concise: a one-sentence summary followed by a parameter list. Each element serves a purpose with no redundant information. It is well-structured and front-loaded.

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 retrieval tool with three parameters and no output schema, the description covers the basics. However, it omits details like default behavior when no metrics exist, the format of returned data, and any pagination or ordering. Given the tool's simplicity, this is minimally adequate.

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?

The input schema has 0% description coverage, so the description must compensate. It adds brief semantics: 'unique identifier', 'Filter by specific metric category', 'Maximum number of recent metrics to return'. This is helpful but lacks examples or allowed values (e.g., possible categories).

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's purpose: 'Get the most recent metrics for a company.' It uses a specific verb and resource, and includes parameter details. However, it does not explicitly distinguish itself from the sibling tool 'get_company_metrics', which could be seen as similar but without the 'recent' qualifier.

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 'get_company_metrics' or 'get_company_financial_summary'. It does not mention prerequisite conditions or context for optimal use.

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