get_template_schema

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It effectively describes the tool's behavior by stating it returns a JSON schema and example, specifies a prerequisite action ('Call this first'), and mentions the default behavior for doc_type. However, it lacks details on error handling or response format, which could enhance transparency.

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 front-loaded with the core purpose, uses two efficient sentences with zero waste, and each sentence earns its place by providing essential usage instructions and parameter context without redundancy.

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 low complexity (1 parameter, no output schema, no annotations), the description is mostly complete, covering purpose, usage, and parameter semantics. However, it could be more complete by briefly mentioning the response structure or potential errors, though this is not critical for this simple tool.

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 100% description coverage, so the baseline is 3. The description adds value by explaining the purpose of the doc_type parameter ('to get the schema for generate_manual_doc instead') and clarifying the default value ('comparison' for 新旧比較表), which goes beyond the schema's enum and description.

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 with specific verbs ('Returns', 'Call this first') and resources ('JSON schema and a complete example for the generate_comparison_doc tool'), distinguishing it from siblings like generate_comparison_doc and preview_sections by focusing on schema retrieval rather than document generation or previewing.

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?

It provides explicit guidance on when to use this tool ('Call this first to understand how to structure the spec parameter') and includes an alternative usage case ('Pass doc_type="manual" to get the schema for generate_manual_doc instead'), clearly differentiating it from other tools.

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