create_snapshot_download_link

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

Annotations provide some behavioral hints (e.g., not read-only, not destructive). The description adds valuable context: the link is temporary and time-limited, which is not covered by annotations. No contradictions.

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?

Two concise sentences that efficiently communicate the tool's purpose, use case, and temporal constraint. No unnecessary words.

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 simple tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description provides adequate context: it creates a time-limited download link for backup/transfer. Minor omission of link expiration details is acceptable.

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 100%, with the single parameter 'snapshotId' already described. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond mentioning the snapshot purpose. Baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 it creates a temporary download link for a Cognigy.AI snapshot, specifying the action and resource. It mentions purpose (backup/transfer) but does not explicitly distinguish from similar sibling tools like create_package_download_link.

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 explains when to use the tool (for backup or transfer) but lacks guidance on when not to use it or how it differs from alternatives like create_package_download_link. Usage is implied rather than explicit.

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