Get Mod Log

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. It usefully reveals the return JSON structure with items and meta including pagination cursors. However, it does not mention permission requirements (e.g., moderator access), rate limits, or explicitly confirm that this is a read-only operation.

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 two sentences long, front-loaded with the purpose, and includes the return format in a compact way. Every word earns its place, with no redundant phrasing or filler.

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 moderate complexity (5 params, 1 required) and full schema coverage, the description provides adequate context by stating the return structure and pagination cursor. The absence of an output schema is partially compensated by describing the top-level JSON fields, though it stops short of detailing item fields or error behaviors.

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 already provides 100% coverage with descriptions for all five parameters, so the description adds little parameter-level meaning beyond what the schema states. The description's mention of 'recent' aligns with the limit default, but provides no additional syntax or format details.

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 lists recent moderation actions in a subreddit, using a specific verb and resource. It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like get_modqueue or get_spam by focusing on historical actions taken, not pending items.

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 implies when to use this tool (to view moderation history) but provides no explicit exclusions or alternative tool references. Without naming siblings like reddit_get_modqueue, an agent must infer the distinction from the wording 'actions taken'.

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