Sb3 Vm State

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of disclosing side effects and operational behavior. 'Snapshot' implies a read-only capture, but the description does not explicitly state whether the VM continues running, whether the VM must already exist, or what subset of state is included.

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 minimal and front-loaded: 'Snapshot headless VM state.' The parenthetical '(proxied)' is a small, non-redundant qualifier. Every word earns its place and there is no filler.

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 output schema exists and there are zero parameters, which simplifies the invocation contract. However, with no annotations and no usage context, the description leaves ambiguity about VM prerequisites, side effects, and how this snapshot differs from other VM tools. It is minimally viable but not complete.

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 zero parameters and 100% schema coverage, so there is no parameter documentation burden on the description. This earns the baseline 4 for a parameterless tool; no additional parameter semantics are needed.

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 states a clear verb and resource: 'Snapshot headless VM state.' It conveys a specific action and distinguishes itself as a state-capture operation. However, 'state' is broad and not differentiated from other VM introspection siblings like sb3_vm_threads or sb3_vm_monitors, so it stops short of a 5.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus the many sb3_vm_* siblings. It does not say whether the VM must be loaded or running, whether this is a diagnostics step, or when snapshotting is preferable to monitors/threads. The '(proxied)' note is not explained as a usage condition.

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