get_gazette

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. It only says 'Read one Gazette record' with no mention of error handling, authentication, rate limits, or return format. The verb 'read' implies non-mutating, but no additional behavioral traits are disclosed.

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 a single concise sentence, front-loaded with the action and object. It is not overly verbose, but it is under-specified, which prevents a perfect score. It is efficient, though minimal.

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?

Given the tool's simplicity (one parameter, no annotations, no output schema), the description is too sparse. It does not explain how to use the parameter, what the response contains, or when to prefer this over sibling tools. The context is incomplete for an agent to invoke it confidently.

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 one parameter (url_or_id) with zero description coverage. The parameter name is somewhat self-explanatory, but the description does not clarify accepted formats (e.g., URL vs ID), whether the ID is numeric or string, or provide examples. The description adds no value beyond the schema field name.

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 action ('Read') and the resource ('one Gazette record'), which distinguishes it from search/browse tools. However, it does not explicitly mention that it fetches by URL or ID, which is only implied by the parameter name.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like search_gazette or browse_gazette. The intended context (e.g., 'use when you have a specific URL or ID') is only implied, not stated.

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