agentgate_decide

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

No annotations are provided, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits such as destructive nature, authorization requirements, or side effects. It only states the action without additional context on what changes occur or prerequisites needed.

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?

Extremely concise with two sentences, front-loaded with the primary action and usage condition. Every sentence is necessary and no redundant information.

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?

With no output schema and minimal behavioral clues, the description lacks completeness about return values, error states, or prerequisites (e.g., the request must exist and be pending). The parameter details are well-covered by the schema, but the overall context for a decision action is only partially addressed.

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 the descriptions already define each parameter. The tool description adds minimal extra meaning beyond restating the purpose; no additional syntax or format details are provided.

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?

Clearly states the action (approve or deny) and the resource (pending request). Distinguishes from siblings by specifying 'Use when you are the designated approver,' which sets it apart from request creation tools like agentgate_request.

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?

Explicitly says when to use it ('Use when you are the designated approver'), providing clear context. However, it does not specify when not to use or mention alternatives, though the sibling list offers some contrast.

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