get_plugin_url

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral traits. It only states it requests a URL, but does not disclose authentication needs, error behavior, rate limits, or that it is a read operation. The description is minimal and leaves significant gaps.

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 efficient sentence (12 words) that is front-loaded with the key action and context. No superfluous information.

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 is a simple URL retrieval with one parameter and an output schema exists, the description is somewhat adequate but lacks behavioral context and does not explain the return value beyond 'launch URL'. It is minimally complete for an experienced user but not for an AI agent.

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 schema has one parameter (plugin_id) with 0% description coverage. The description does not add any meaning to the parameter (e.g., what format or where to find the plugin ID). Since coverage is low, the description should compensate but fails to do so.

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 (Request the launch URL) and the resource (plugin). It also specifies the use case (for embedded iframe display), distinguishing it from sibling tools like get_plugin or get_plugin_subscription.

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 implies usage (when you need a plugin's launch URL for iframe display) but does not explicitly state when to use it over alternatives or provide any exclusions. Among siblings, get_plugin and get_plugin_subscription exist, but no comparison is offered.

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