ytptube_get_task

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, so the safety profile is clear. The description adds no additional behavioral context beyond what annotations provide (e.g., what happens if the ID is not found, response format, or rate limits). It does not contradict annotations.

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, front-loaded sentence with no filler. Every word earns its place, stating exactly what the tool does.

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 being terse, the description is sufficient for a simple read operation with rich annotations. The lack of an output schema means return values need not be detailed, and the single parameter is self-explanatory in context. It does not cover error behavior, but that is not essential for basic usage.

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?

With 0% schema description coverage, the description must compensate for the parameter's meaning. Saying 'by numeric ID' clarifies that the 'id' parameter is the task's identifier, which aligns with the tool name. However, it adds little beyond the integer type already in the schema and does not explain bounds 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 'Read a scheduled task by numeric ID' uses a specific verb ('Read'), identifies the resource ('scheduled task'), and specifies the lookup method ('by numeric ID'). This clearly distinguishes it from sibling getters like get_history_item and list_tasks.

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 for retrieving a single task when its numeric ID is known, but it does not explicitly mention alternatives such as ytptube_list_tasks for browsing or ytptube_patch_task for modifications. No when-to-use or when-not-to-use guidance is provided beyond the basic read action.

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