excel_list_worksheets

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits. It does not state whether the tool is read-only, if it modifies state, or what happens in edge cases (e.g., empty workbook, authentication failures). The routing info does not compensate for this lack of 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 short and front-loads the purpose, but it includes extraneous routing details (JWT, tenant, company scope) that are not essential for tool selection. It could be more concise without sacrificing clarity.

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?

Despite the tool's simplicity, the description omits critical context. It does not mention what the tool returns (presumably a list of worksheet names), nor does it specify the Excel workbook scope. An output schema exists but is not described, leaving the agent with incomplete information.

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 only parameter, 'arguments', is described as a 'JSON string of arguments for the connector operation', which adds minimal meaning beyond the schema's type definition. With 0% schema description coverage, the description should compensate, but it fails to explain expected keys or format for the JSON string.

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 states it is an Excel connector operation that lists worksheets, making the purpose clear. The verb 'list' and resource 'worksheets' are explicitly mentioned, and it is distinguishable from sibling tools like excel_add_worksheet. However, it could be more specific about what 'worksheets' refers to (e.g., tabs in an Excel workbook).

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 is provided on when to use this tool vs alternatives. There is no mention of prerequisites (e.g., having an open Excel workbook) or context in which listing worksheets is appropriate. The description merely states the operation without usage direction.

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