intuit_cash_application_plan

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

The description does not disclose any side effects, permissions, or behavioral outcomes beyond what the annotations already state. It mentions routing through the dispatcher but that is already implied by the tool type, so no additional transparency is provided.

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 relatively short and structured, but the opening sentence repeats the tool name and the routing sentence adds little value. It is acceptable but not tightly focused, containing some redundant wording.

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?

The description is too sparse; it does not explain what the action accomplishes, what a 'plan' involves, or what the expected output is. It leaves the agent with insufficient context to know whether to invoke it or how to construct the message.

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 description provides brief explanations for the two parameters: 'message' as free-text objective and 'inputs' as an optional JSON string. This adds some meaning to the otherwise bare schema, though it remains minimal and lacks examples or constraints.

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 only says 'Run the intuit domain agent action `cash_application_plan`' without explaining what this action does or what 'cash application planning' entails. It does not differentiate from other domain-agent or plan-related tools, leaving the actual purpose unclear.

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 such as other planning or domain-agent tools. It only mentions routing through the dispatcher, which is a mechanism, not a usage condition.

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