getAnalyticsIPVersionsSeries

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden for behavioral disclosure. It only states 'retrieves' without specifying that it is read-only, whether pagination exists, or any other behavioral traits. The output schema is present but not described, and no additional behavioral context is provided.

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 sentence that conveys the essential purpose without any fluff. It is appropriately sized and gets straight to the point.

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 presence of an output schema and the simple nature of a time-series retrieval tool, the description provides sufficient context. It mentions 'for charting', hinting at the output format, and the schema covers required parameters. No major gaps are evident.

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 coverage is 100%, so the baseline is 3. The tool description does not add meaning beyond what the parameter descriptions in the schema already provide. The schema already describes 'profile_id', 'from', 'to' with sufficient detail.

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 retrieves time-series statistics about IPv4 vs IPv6 usage for charting. It specifies the verb 'retrieves' and the resource 'time-series statistics about IPv4 vs IPv6 usage', differentiating it from the non-series sibling 'getAnalyticsIPVersions'.

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 usage guidance is provided. The description does not indicate when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'getAnalyticsIPVersions' or other analytics series tools. There are no explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use instructions.

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