list_profiles

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

The description discloses the return format as '{totalCount, result:[...]}', which adds value beyond the schema. However, it does not mention side effects, authentication needs, or rate limits, leaving behavioral aspects unclear.

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 very short and front-loaded with the main purpose. However, it is under-specified, lacking necessary details for effective tool use, which reduces its value.

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 presence of three optional parameters, no output schema, and sibling list tools, the description is incomplete. It does not explain pagination, filtering, or how device profiles relate to other entities.

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 description coverage is 0%, and the description does not explain any of the three parameters (limit, offset, organization_id). The schema provides names and defaults, but no additional meaning is added.

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 'List' and the resource 'device profiles', but it does not differentiate from sibling list tools such as list_applications or list_devices, and lacks specificity about what constitutes a device profile.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like get_profile for a single profile or create_profile for creation. No context or exclusions are given.

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