get_record

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

The description mentions 'Read-only' which indicates no side effects, but with no annotations provided, the description should disclose more behavioral traits such as authentication requirements, rate limits, or what happens if the record doesn't exist. The API path is given, but the overall transparency is insufficient.

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 extremely concise with two sentences. Every word earns its place: the purpose, the API path, and the read-only nature. No fluff.

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 description lacks information about the return value (no output schema) and error handling. For a simple fetch tool, this is a moderate gap. The agent knows it returns a record but not the structure or fields.

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?

Schema coverage is 100% with parameter descriptions already present. The description adds minimal extra value by showing the path template, but does not explain the object_type values beyond the schema examples. This meets the baseline expectation.

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 verb 'Fetch', the resource 'a single record by id', and specifies the API path and HTTP method. This precisely distinguishes it from sibling tools like query_records (list many) or update_record (mutate).

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 provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With 25 sibling tools, stating that this is for fetching a known single record by ID, not for searching or listing, would help the agent choose correctly.

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