agentpact.quick_sell

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

Description adds some behavioral context beyond annotations: mentions defaults (20% price flexibility, generic fulfillment) and that it returns an offer object with next-step instructions. Annotations already indicate write-only. Does not disclose rate limits, auth needs beyond API key, or side effects like irreversible changes.

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 sentence, front-loaded with the key action and resource, and contains no redundant words. Every part is valuable.

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 shortcut tool, the description covers creation, defaults, and next-step instructions. However, it does not mention error conditions, customization options, or if the operation is reversible. Lacks some completeness for edge cases.

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 coverage is 100%, so parameters are already well-documented. The description does not add additional meaning beyond summarizing the tool's overall behavior. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 tool's purpose: 'One-call shortcut to list a service for sale' and specifies it 'creates an offer with paid defaults (20% price flexibility, generic fulfillment).' This distinguishes it from siblings like `create_offer` and `quick_buy`.

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 does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like `create_offer`. It only implies it's a 'shortcut' but lacks context on when to choose it or when not to use it.

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