Show Incident Alert

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, destructiveHint=false, idempotentHint=true. The description adds that it is a GET endpoint and returns a JSON object, providing useful context beyond 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?

The description is concise with three sentences: purpose, usage, and API reference. It is well-structured and front-loaded. Minor typo: 'Incidents' should be 'Incident Alert'.

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?

With no output schema, the description could specify the return structure more precisely. It mentions 'JSON object describing the requested Incidents' but lacks detail. Given the tool's simplicity and annotation coverage, it is moderately complete.

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?

Input schema has 100% description coverage, so baseline is 3. The description reiterates required parameters and mentions they are URL path parameters, adding marginal value over 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?

The description clearly states that it returns a specific Incident Alert by identifier. It uses the verb 'Returns' and specifies the resource. However, it does not explicitly distinguish from the sibling 'list_incident_alerts', though it implies singularity.

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 advises using it to fetch full details of a specific incident by its identifier, which provides basic usage context. It does not mention when not to use it or compare with alternatives like list_incident_alerts.

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