timeiq_report_period

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose any behavioral traits (e.g., data destruction, authentication needs, rate limits, or what 'aligned to timesheet periods' means in terms of data aggregation).

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 sentence, concise and front-loaded, but it is under-specified. It earns its place but lacks necessary detail for effective use.

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 complexity (7 parameters, no output schema, no annotations, many sibling report tools), the description is completely inadequate. It does not specify return values, filtering behavior, or how it aligns with timesheet periods.

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 coverage is 0%. The description does not explain any of the 7 parameters (start_date, end_date, clients, projects, services, people, extras). It only hints at date range via 'aligned to timesheet periods' but fails to add meaning beyond the schema.

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?

Description 'Generate report aligned to timesheet periods' uses a specific verb ('Generate') and resource ('report') with a qualifier that differentiates it from other report tools like timeiq_report_classic. However, it does not explicitly distinguish from all siblings.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives such as timeiq_report_classic or timeiq_report_standard. It lacks any when-not or alternative contexts.

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