delimit_agent_status

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 'Check status', implying a read operation, but lacks details on side effects, required permissions, or behavior when parameters are omitted. The output schema exists but is not referenced.

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 a single sentence. It is front-loaded with the main action. However, it may be too short, sacrificing necessary detail for brevity. It earns its place but could be expanded without losing conciseness.

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 tool's simplicity (one optional parameter, output schema present), the description is incomplete. It does not explain what 'dispatched agent tasks' are, how to interpret the status, or how to use the output. The agent is left without enough context to invoke the tool correctly.

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 one parameter 'task_id' with 0% description coverage. The description adds no meaning about this parameter—it does not explain what a task_id is, whether it is required, or how to obtain one. The agent has no guidance on how to fill the parameter.

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 ('Check status') and the resource ('dispatched agent tasks'). It is a specific verb+resource pair that distinguishes from sibling tools like 'delimit_agent_dispatch' or 'delimit_agent_complete'. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from 'delimit_agent_check', which might overlap.

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 like 'delimit_agent_check' or 'delimit_deliberation_status'. It does not mention prerequisites, limitations, or context. The description is too brief to provide usage direction.

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