Discogs: get price suggestions for a release

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

Beyond the readOnlyHint annotation, the description adds that results are per condition grade, derived from recent marketplace sales, and that seller settings must be configured. This is meaningful behavioral context, though it does not cover response format details beyond the per-condition hint.

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 two sentences, front-loaded with the core function and followed by the requirement. Every word earns its place, with no filler or redundancy.

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, read-only), the description covers the purpose, data source, and a key prerequisite. No output schema exists, but the return structure is hinted at by 'suggested price per condition grade'. It lacks error behavior details but is sufficiently complete for agent invocation.

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 only one parameter (release_id) and 0% schema coverage, the description compensates by saying 'for a release', making it clear that release_id identifies the release being queried. The parameter is simple and self-evident, so this minimal clarification suffices.

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 tool 'Gets Discogs' suggested price per condition grade for a release', which is a specific verb+resource combination. It distinguishes itself from siblings like get_marketplace_stats or get_listing by focusing on per-condition price suggestions based on recent sales.

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 clear context by noting it is based on recent marketplace sales and requires the authenticated user to have marketplace seller settings configured. This implies when the tool is appropriate, though it does not explicitly name alternatives or exclusions.

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