list_simdasi_master_tables

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden but reveals no behavioral traits beyond a basic listing action. It does not mention pagination, ordering, or any system dependencies, making the tool's actual runtime behavior opaque.

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, concise sentence with no redundancy. It directly states the action and object, earning its place as an efficient summary.

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 many sibling tools with similar names, the description lacks the context needed to clarify what 'master tables' means and how this tool fits into the broader API. Without an output schema or annotations, it does not sufficiently guide a user on the tool's scope or relationship to alternatives.

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 tool has zero parameters, so the baseline is 4. The description adds no parameter-specific meaning, but the schema indicates no inputs are needed, and the lack of parameters is consistent with the stated purpose of listing all master tables.

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 resource ('SIMDASI master tables'), making the core purpose apparent. However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like list_simdasi_tables or list_simdasi_tables_by_subject, since 'master tables' is ambiguous without further context.

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 its siblings. The description only says 'List all...' without explaining what distinguishes master tables from other table types or when a user should select this tool over alternatives.

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