gcloud_config_get

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden of disclosure. It doesn't state the return format (e.g., value as a string), whether it's read-only (implied but not stated), or any side effects. For a read operation this is less critical, but still incomplete.

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 extremely short (one sentence), which is concise but may be too minimal. It front-loads the purpose but doesn't elaborate on format or edge cases. Since there's room for more useful detail without verbosity, it's only average.

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?

Given the tool has only one parameter and no output schema, the description should cover behavior like accepted properties, error handling (e.g., if property not set), and return value format. It does none of these, leaving significant gaps for a simple but critical tool.

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?

The schema already documents the single required parameter with description and examples. The description merely restates that it gets a property, adding no new parameter semantics beyond what the schema provides. With 100% schema coverage, a baseline 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 gets a gcloud configuration property, with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('configuration property'). It distinguishes from sibling tools like gcloud_config_set and gcloud_config_list, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate between listing all and getting a single property.

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 lacks any guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., gcloud_config_list for all properties). It doesn't mention prerequisites like having gcloud authenticated, or that the property parameter must exist.

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