getAnalyticsIPs

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

With no annotations provided, the description must fully disclose behavioral traits. It only says 'retrieves statistics,' implying a read operation, but does not mention any potential side effects, required permissions, rate limits, or data freshness considerations.

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 with no wasted words. It is front-loaded with the core action and resource. However, it could be slightly more structured to include a brief note on output or parameters.

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 has 4 parameters, an output schema (unseen), and is part of a large family of analytics tools, the description is too brief. It omits context on typical usage patterns, date range handling, and result format expectations, leaving the agent underinformed.

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 100% coverage (all parameters described), so the baseline is 3. The description does not add further meaning beyond the schema; it merely restates the tool's purpose without elaborating on parameter usage or constraints.

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 (retrieves) and resource (statistics about client IP addresses), distinguishing it from sibling analytics tools like getAnalyticsDevices or getAnalyticsDestinations. However, it does not specify what kind of statistics (e.g., counts, distributions), which slightly reduces specificity.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool instead of alternatives like getAnalyticsIPsSeries or other analytics tools. No context on prerequisites, typical use cases, or exclusions is given.

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