get_data_table_row

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

No behavioral details beyond the operation are disclosed. The description does not mention whether the tool is read-only, what happens if the row is not found, or any required permissions. Since no annotations are provided, the description should carry this burden but fails to do so.

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 extremely concise, consisting of a single sentence. It is front-loaded and to the point, but the brevity comes at the cost of missing important details. No wasted words, but it is underspecified.

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 lack of annotations, the simple description is insufficient for an agent to correctly invoke the tool. It does not explain the parameters or the return value, even though an output schema exists (but was not described). The description is incomplete for a tool with two parameters and no other documentation.

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 input schema has two parameters with no descriptions, and schema description coverage is 0%. The description itself does not explain what 'data_table_path' or 'row_name' mean, nor does it clarify what constitutes a 'row name.' The description adds no semantic value beyond 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 states 'Get a single row from a Data Table by its row name,' which clearly expresses the verb 'Get' and the resource 'single row.' It distinguishes from the sibling tool 'get_data_table_rows' (plural) which implies multiple rows. However, it does not specify what a 'Data Table' is, but within the context of the tool suite, it is likely clear.

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 explicit usage guidance is provided. The description does not state when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'get_data_table_rows' or 'get_data_table_schema.' The distinction is only implicit through the word 'single.'

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