get_channel_forwarding_start

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

Discloses the dependency on USE_SERVOS and the default value, but lacks full behavioral context (e.g., what the returned value represents, or any side effects).

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 and front-loaded, but the repetition of the tool name in the sentence is slightly redundant.

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?

Adequate for a simple getter with no parameters and no output schema, but could be more complete by specifying the format of the returned value or what channels are available.

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?

No parameters exist; schema coverage is 100%. The description adds meaning by explaining the tool returns the channel_forwarding_start value, though it could elaborate on the range or interpretation.

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 it gets the first AUX channel for forwarding to servo outputs, differentiating it from other getters by naming the specific parameter. However, it does not explicitly distinguish it from sibling getters.

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 versus alternatives (e.g., set_channel_forwarding_start). The description implies reading the current setting but provides no context for selection.

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