List Specification Section Terms

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

The annotations declare readOnlyHint=true, destructiveHint=false, idempotentHint=true, which align with the description. The description adds behavior beyond annotations: it mentions paginated results, pagination metadata, and the endpoint method (GET). No contradictions present.

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 five sentences, front-loaded with the main purpose. Each sentence provides necessary information without redundancy. It is concise and well-structured.

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 moderate complexity (4 parameters, pagination) and no output schema, the description adequately explains the return format (paginated JSON array of Specifications with pagination metadata). It also specifies required project_id and endpoint. It could be more complete by describing the structure of each specification object, but the mention of 'extracted text terms and page numbers' gives sufficient context.

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. The description adds context about pagination (page, per_page) stating they control pagination and that response includes metadata. It also highlights required project_id. This adds some value but does not significantly extend the schema descriptions.

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 action ('Returns extracted text terms and page numbers') and the resource ('Specification Sections'). It differentiates itself from sibling listing tools by specifying the unique resource and purpose (enumerate Specifications, find IDs, filter by query).

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 guidance on when to use the tool: 'Use this to enumerate Specifications when you need a paginated overview, to find IDs, or to filter by query parameters.' It also explains how to use pagination parameters. However, it does not mention when not to use it or suggest alternative tools.

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