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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It discloses that the tool retrieves details (read operation), specifies required IDs, and mentions what's included (dependencies, subtasks). However, it doesn't cover error behavior (e.g., what happens if IDs are invalid), performance characteristics, or authentication needs, leaving gaps for a read tool.

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?

Three concise sentences with zero waste: first states purpose, second specifies requirements, third describes return. Each sentence earns its place by adding distinct information. The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded with the core functionality.

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?

For a read tool with 2 parameters and no output schema, the description is reasonably complete: it covers what the tool does, what it requires, and what it returns. However, without annotations or output schema, it could benefit from more detail on return structure or error handling, but it's adequate for basic 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?

Schema description coverage is 100%, with both parameters well-documented in the schema (UUID format for project_id, minLength for task_id). The description adds minimal value beyond the schema by mentioning the parameters are required, but doesn't provide additional semantic context like examples or edge cases.

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 specific action ('Retrieves'), the resource ('full details of a single, specific task'), and scope ('including its dependencies and direct subtasks'). It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'listTasks' (which lists multiple tasks) and 'getNextTask' (which retrieves a different type of task).

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 context by stating 'Requires the project ID and the task ID' and specifying it retrieves 'a single, specific task,' but doesn't explicitly state when to use this versus alternatives like 'listTasks' for multiple tasks or 'expandTask' for deeper hierarchies. No explicit when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

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