splunk__pause

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only states the action but does not reveal consequences such as whether the investigation can be resumed, if state is saved, or what happens during the pause. This is insufficient transparency.

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 front-loaded sentence with no waste. It is appropriately sized for a simple action, though it could benefit from additional context without becoming overly long.

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 that the tool has one parameter and an output schema, the description is incomplete. It does not explain what the output contains, what 'current iteration' means in this context, or any necessary preconditions (e.g., investigation must be running). More completeness is needed for effective use.

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%, meaning the schema does not describe the param. The tool description also fails to describe the 'run_id' parameter or its role. The description adds no semantic value beyond the schema for the parameter, and it does not compensate for the schema's lack of description.

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 action ('pause') and the resource ('the investigation after the current iteration completes'). It uses a specific verb and resource, and it largely distinguishes from sibling tools which perform different functions (e.g., get_findings, hint). However, it could be slightly more precise about what 'iteration' refers to.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention prerequisites, when not to use it, or any context for invocation. This is a gap for a tool that presumably controls execution flow.

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