List Punch Item Creator Filter Options

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

Annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, non-destructive. Description adds that it returns a JSON array, has required parameters, and mentions pagination. Does not disclose rate limits or auth details, but adds moderate context beyond 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?

Description is four sentences, front-loaded with purpose, concise. No wasted 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?

No output schema, description says 'Returns a JSON array of available filter values' but doesn't detail the structure. For a simple list tool with good schema coverage, it is sufficiently complete but could benefit from more detail on return values.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. Description mentions required parameters and pagination/optional search, but adds minimal additional meaning beyond what the schema already provides.

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?

Clearly states it returns users who created punch items with pagination and search, and describes the resource as 'Punch List records'. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from other filter option tools like list_punch_item_assignee_filter_options, which are 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?

Provides some guidance on when to use ('to enumerate Punch List records when you need a paginated overview, to find IDs, or to filter by query parameters'), but lacks explicit when-not-to-use or mention of alternatives. Implicit usage only.

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