open_in_wireshark

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

No annotations are provided, so the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It states 'Open a capture in the Wireshark GUI' but does not mention potential blocking, display requirements, asynchronous behavior, or what happens if the GUI is unavailable. This is a critical gap.

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 short sentence (7 words), which is concise, but it lacks any structure (no sections, no bullet points). While not verbose, it omits necessary detail, making it insufficiently structured for a tool with multiple parameters.

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 3 parameters, an output schema (though not shown), and no annotations, the description is incomplete. It does not explain return values, prerequisites (e.g., capture file existence), or the tool's effect on the environment (e.g., GUI launch).

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 0% (no parameter descriptions). The tool description adds no value: it does not explain the format of capture_path, the syntax or purpose of display_filter, or what profile means. The agent has no guidance beyond parameter names.

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 specific action: 'Open a capture in the Wireshark GUI.' It uses a verb ('open') and resource ('capture', 'Wireshark GUI'), and differentiates from sibling tools like capture_start (start a live capture) or sharkd_open (open via shard).

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., capture_start, shard_open). With many sibling tools, the description offers no context or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer appropriate usage.

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