smarthome_status_report

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden but only mentions routing through the domain-agent dispatcher. It does not disclose whether the action is read-only, has side effects, requires specific permissions, or how the output is structured. This is insufficient for a transparent behavioral profile.

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 concise at three sentences, front-loading the key action in the first sentence. Every sentence serves a purpose, though the second sentence about routing could be shortened without losing meaning.

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 having an output schema (not shown), the description fails to mention what the status report returns. It also does not explain how to effectively use the 'inputs' parameter or what kind of status information is generated. The minimal description leaves significant gaps for an AI agent to act correctly.

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 adds meaning beyond the input schema by explaining 'message' as a 'free-text objective' and 'inputs' as 'optional JSON string of structured inputs'. However, with 0% schema description coverage, a deeper explanation of expected formats or examples would be beneficial.

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 that the tool runs the 'status_report' action for the smarthome domain, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like smarthome_chat or smarthome_command_plan by naming the exact action.

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. It explains the routing mechanism but lacks explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use instructions, leaving the agent to infer context from the tool name alone.

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