homescan_export

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden. It discloses that the tool returns 'an array of files that can be saved to your vault,' which adds useful context about output behavior. However, it lacks details on permissions needed, rate limits, whether it's idempotent, or error handling, leaving gaps in behavioral understanding.

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, front-loaded with the core purpose and followed by output details. Every word earns its place with no redundancy or fluff, making it highly efficient and easy to parse quickly.

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's moderate complexity (export with format options), no annotations, and no output schema, the description does well by stating the purpose and output format. However, it could improve by mentioning dependencies (e.g., requires prior discovery) or example use cases. It's mostly complete but has minor gaps in contextual guidance.

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 100%, so the schema already documents the 'format' parameter with enum values and default. The description doesn't add any parameter-specific details beyond what the schema provides, such as explaining the implications of choosing markdown vs. json formats. Baseline 3 is appropriate as the schema handles parameter documentation adequately.

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 ('Export discovered devices') and target resource ('to Obsidian inventory format'), distinguishing it from siblings like homescan_device (likely device details) or homescan_report (likely summary reports). It explicitly mentions the output format conversion, which is unique among the listed 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 implies usage when you want to export devices to Obsidian format, but it doesn't explicitly state when to use this vs. alternatives like homescan_report or homescan_diff. No guidance on prerequisites (e.g., must run discovery first) or exclusions is provided, leaving usage context somewhat inferred.

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