d3p_price_quote

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the burden. It discloses that price varies by demand, caller reputation, and priority, and lists priority multipliers. However, it does not state whether the tool is read-only, if there are side effects, or rate limits. For a price quote tool, read-only is likely, but not explicit.

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 concise, with two sentences: one for purpose and one for parameter details. No redundant information. Front-loaded with the main action.

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?

The tool has one parameter and no annotations, but the description is moderately complete: it covers purpose, key parameters, and behavioral factors. However, it lacks usage guidelines and output explanation, and the output schema exists but is not mentioned. For a tool with 33 siblings, more context would be helpful.

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 input schema has a single JSON string parameter 'params' with 0% schema coverage. The description adds meaning by listing expected fields: service_id (required), priority (optional with enum values). But it does not fully describe the JSON structure (e.g., if other fields exist) nor reference the output schema.

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's purpose: 'Get a dynamic price quote for a d3p service.' This distinguishes it from siblings like d3p_btc-price (bitcoin) and d3p_pricing-coach (advice). The verb 'Get' and resource 'price quote' are specific.

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 context (for pricing d3p services) but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like d3p_list_services or d3p_discover. No when-not-to-use guidance is provided.

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