Get Spreadsheet Info

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false, covering the operation's safety profile. The description adds minimal contextual value beyond 'including its sheets'; it does not disclose auth requirements, error conditions, or other behavioral traits, though none are strongly needed given the simple read-only nature.

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?

A single direct sentence contains all essential information with no filler. The key scoping detail ('specific spreadsheet') is front-loaded, and the additional 'including its sheets' detail is valuable without adding clutter.

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 read-only metadata lookup, the description combined with complete parameter schemas, strong annotations, and an output schema provides enough context for an agent to select and invoke the tool correctly. No critical missing information is apparent.

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 both parameters are already self-documented. The description provides no additional semantic detail about parameters, which is acceptable because the schema fully carries the load.

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 a specific verb ('Gets information') and a specific resource ('a specific spreadsheet'), and notes the included 'sheets' detail. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like list_spreadsheets, which would return a collection rather than a single spreadsheet's metadata.

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 implies when to use the tool: when you need information about one identified spreadsheet. However, it does not explicitly state when not to use it or mention alternatives such as list_spreadsheets or read_sheet_values, so the usage guidance is only implicit.

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