get_arrangement_clips

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It discloses returned fields and version requirement, but does not mention side effects, permissions, or response details beyond fields. Lacks behavioral depth for an unannotated tool.

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?

Three sentences with no wasted words. The structure is logical: action, returned fields, requirement. Could be slightly more structured (e.g., bullet list) but efficient.

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?

Despite having an output schema, the tool has one undocumented parameter, no annotations, and many siblings. The description fails to explain the parameter or differentiate usage, leaving agents underinformed.

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 0%, and the description adds no explanation for track_index—no valid range, how to find it, or relationship to other tools. Parameter meaning is left entirely to the schema name and type.

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 gets all clips on the arrangement timeline for a track, with specific returned fields. This distinguishes it from siblings like get_arrangement_clip_notes or delete_arrangement_clip.

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 provides a version requirement (Ableton Live 11+) but offers no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like get_clip_info or get_session_info. No context about prerequisites or typical use cases.

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