discord_get_widget_settings

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

No annotations exist, so the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It fails to mention any behavioral traits like required permissions (e.g., MANAGE_GUILD), rate limits, potential errors (e.g., guild not found), or that this is a read-only operation. The minimal description provides no transparency beyond the tool's name.

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 very concise at one sentence, but it lacks structure. It states the purpose without elaboration, which is insufficient for an AI agent. The single sentence earns its place by stating purpose, but does not provide additional value like context or caveats.

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, no output schema, no annotations), the description is incomplete. It does not explain what 'widget settings' are, what the return value contains, or how errors are handled. An AI agent needs more context to invoke the tool correctly.

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 'guildId' with a string type but no description. Schema description coverage is 0%, and the tool description does not add any meaning to this parameter. While the parameter name is self-explanatory, the description could clarify its purpose (e.g., 'The ID of the guild to retrieve widget settings for'). Not done.

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 'Get the guild widget settings' clearly states the action (get) and the resource (guild widget settings). It distinguishes the tool from its sibling 'discord_edit_widget_settings' by implying a read-only operation, which is appropriate for a retrieval tool.

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?

No explicit usage guidelines are provided. The description does not mention when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as checking prerequisites (e.g., guild ID validity) or permissions. The context is implied but not stated, leaving ambiguity for an AI agent.

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