Retrieves details of a specific TestRail section by its ID. Use to access section information for test management workflows.
Retrieves details of a specific section by ID / 特定のセクションの詳細をIDで取得します
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| sectionId | Yes | TestRail Section ID |
Changes observed during successful MCP inspections.
v0.19.9Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden of behavioral disclosure. It only states 'retrieves', which implies read-only, but does not mention permissions, side effects, or behavior on missing IDs.
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 line, concise and efficient. The inclusion of Japanese translation adds slight redundancy but does not hinder clarity significantly.
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 tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is minimally adequate. However, it does not specify return format or error handling, which would be helpful given no output schema.
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% with one parameter described as 'TestRail Section ID'. The description adds 'by ID' which aligns with the schema but provides no additional meaning beyond what the schema already conveys.
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 verb 'Retrieves' and the resource 'details of a specific section', with the method 'by ID'. It distinguishes from sibling tools like getSections (plural) and other retrieval tools.
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 vs alternatives. Usage is implied by the specific operation (single section by ID), but no exclusions or alternative tools are mentioned.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.