get_client_suggestions

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

The description only mentions 'Fails loudly' as a behavioral trait, but lacks details on success behavior, error conditions, or any side effects. With no annotations, this is insufficient for full 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 extremely short (one sentence) and front-loads the deprecation notice. It wastes no words, though it could be more informative without losing conciseness.

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 presence of an output schema, the description does not need to explain return values. However, it fails to explain the search parameter or how the tool behaves when it succeeds, leaving the context incomplete for effective use.

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 'search' with no description, and schema description coverage is 0%. The description does not mention or explain the parameter, leaving its meaning entirely opaque.

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 'Client suggestions lookup' which clearly identifies the tool's purpose. It also distinguishes from siblings by explicitly recommending 'Use list_clients', indicating this tool is deprecated.

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 explicit guidance by stating 'Use list_clients', directly telling the agent to prefer an alternative. This clearly indicates when not to use the tool and which tool to use instead.

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