sonarr_get_queue

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must cover behavioral traits. It indicates a read-like operation ('Get') and pagination behavior. However, it lacks details on idempotency, auth requirements, or return format, which is adequate but minimal. A higher score would require more explicit behavioral context.

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 two sentences long, front-loading the core purpose and then adding pagination details. Every word serves a purpose, no fluff. Ideal conciseness.

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 no output schema, the description could clarify what data is returned (e.g., queue items with status). However, the tool is simple and common in the Sonarr ecosystem. It covers pagination but not the structure or behavior when queue is empty, making it slightly incomplete.

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 both 'limit' and 'offset' fully described. The description adds the term 'pagination' and notes default/max values for limit, but these are already in the schema. The added value is marginal, so baseline 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 retrieves the Sonarr download queue, using a specific verb 'Get' and the resource 'download queue'. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like sonarr_get_calendar or sonarr_get_series by targeting the queue specifically.

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 mentions pagination support with limit and offset, giving some usage context. However, it does not specify when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., search tools) nor provides explicit when-not-to-use conditions. Only implied usage.

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