measure_snapshot

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

No annotations exist, and description lacks behavioral details such as side effects, permissions, or atomicity. The term 'snapshot' implies non-destructive read but is not confirmed.

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?

Single sentence, but under-specified to the point of inadequacy. Conciseness sacrifices necessary detail for brevity.

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 simple tool structure, description omits critical context: no output schema, no parameter details, no behavior. Agent lacks information to invoke correctly.

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 has two generic parameters 'args' and 'kwargs' with 0% description coverage. Description does not clarify their purpose, format, or expected values. Fails to compensate for low schema coverage.

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?

Description clearly states verb 'Take a snapshot' and resource 'several measurements at once for one channel'. It differentiates from siblings like 'measure' (single) and 'measure_series' (time series).

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 on when to use this tool vs alternatives like 'measure' or 'measure_series'. No prerequisites, exclusions, or contextual hints provided.

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