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get_user_profile

Retrieve a Slack user's full profile using their user ID, optionally filtered by workspace.

Instructions

Get full profile for a user_id (U... or W...).

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
user_idYes
workspaceNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior2/5

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It does not disclose any behavioral traits such as whether it is read-only, requires permissions, or has rate limits. Only states 'Get full profile', which is insufficient.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness3/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very brief (one sentence) and front-loaded with the action. However, it lacks necessary details, making it insufficiently informative. No extra fluff, but too tersely written.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the low complexity (2 params, output schema exists but not shown) and absence of annotations, the description is incomplete. It does not explain what 'full profile' entails nor the role of the optional workspace parameter. More context is needed for an agent to use it correctly.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

With schema description coverage at 0%, the description must explain parameters. It only indirectly mentions user_id in the description text but does not explain the workspace parameter or the format of user_id. The schema itself is minimal with no descriptions.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action (get full profile) and the resource (user_id with format U... or W...). It distinguishes from sibling tools like list_users or search_users by implying it retrieves a single user's complete profile, not a list.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like list_users or search_users. It does not mention prerequisites or scenarios where this is preferred over other tools.

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

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