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get_groups_reports_by_item

Fetch a specific group report item by its unique ID to access detailed report data from your Mealie household.

Instructions

Get One

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
item_idYes
accept-languageNo

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No arguments

Behavior1/5

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden of disclosing behavior. It fails to state that this is a read-only operation, what side effects exist, or any authentication or authorization requirements. 'Get One' implies retrieval but does not confirm safety or idempotency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness2/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely short (3 words), which could be concise if informative, but it is under-specified. It lacks essential details that could be added without verbosity. Every sentence should earn its place, but this description does not earn its place.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness1/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the complexity (2 parameters, no annotations, presence of output schema, and many sibling tools like list_groups_reports and delete_groups_reports_by_item), the description is completely inadequate. It fails to clarify what the tool returns, its relationship to other report tools, or how accept-language affects output.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema description coverage is 0%, and the description adds no information about the parameters. The required item_id is not explained, and the optional accept-language parameter's purpose (likely for localization) is omitted. The description provides zero added value over the raw schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose2/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description 'Get One' is vague and barely improves on the tool name. It doesn't specify that this retrieves a specific groups report by item_id, nor does it distinguish from siblings like list_groups_reports or delete_groups_reports_by_item.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

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 such as list_groups_reports (for listing all reports) or delete_groups_reports_by_item (for deleting). The description lacks any contextual information about prerequisites or appropriate scenarios.

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

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