get_iterm_windup

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

No annotations are provided, but the description indicates this is a read operation ('Get iterm_windup'). It discloses the parameter's function (suppressing I accumulation) and its sensible default, providing sufficient behavioral context beyond the bare fact of being a getter.

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 a single concise sentence with a parenthetical data type and range. Every word is informative, and it is front-loaded with the tool's purpose. No unnecessary text.

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?

For a simple getter with no parameters and no output schema, the description is complete. It explains what the tool does, the meaning of the returned value, and its sensible default, leaving no ambiguity.

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, so schema description coverage is 100%. The description adds value by explaining the parameter's meaning, range, and default, which helps the agent understand what value will be returned.

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 retrieves the iterm_windup parameter, explaining that it suppresses I accumulation when motors are near saturation. It provides the default value (80) and range (20–100, UINT8), making the purpose specific and distinct among many get_* sibling tools.

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 does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like set_iterm_windup or other get_* tools. However, from the name and context, it's clear this is for reading the parameter. No exclusions or alternative guidance are provided.

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