vaultix_get_payout

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden but only states the basic action. It doesn't disclose behavioral traits such as read-only nature, authentication requirements, error handling, or rate limits, which are critical for a retrieval tool in a financial context.

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, clear sentence with zero waste—it directly states the tool's function without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded and efficiently communicates the core purpose, making it easy to parse.

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 of financial operations and lack of annotations or output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain return values, error cases, or prerequisites, leaving gaps for safe and effective tool invocation in a sibling-rich environment.

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?

The description mentions 'by ID' which aligns with the single parameter 'id' in the schema. Since schema description coverage is 100% (the schema fully documents the parameter), the description adds minimal value beyond restating the schema, meeting the baseline for high coverage.

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 ('retrieve') and resource ('payout by ID'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't differentiate from sibling tools like vaultix_get_charge or vaultix_get_transaction beyond specifying the resource type, missing an opportunity to clarify uniqueness.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With siblings like vaultix_list_payouts for multiple payouts or vaultix_get_transaction for broader transaction data, the description lacks context on selection criteria, leaving usage ambiguous.

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