getAnalyticsStatusSeries

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It indicates a read-only retrieval ('Retrieves'), but does not disclose additional behavioral traits such as required permissions, rate limits, or data latency. The behavioral disclosure is minimal but acceptable for a straightforward retrieval tool.

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 of 12 words, front-loaded with the action and resource, with no extraneous information. Every word serves a purpose.

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?

The description covers the core purpose and distinguishes the tool from siblings, but lacks mention of required parameters (profile_id and from), time range constraints, or output format. Since an output schema exists, return values are not needed, but the description could be more complete regarding usage context.

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema provides full parameter documentation. The description adds no additional meaning or usage hints beyond what is in the schema, placing it at the baseline of 3.

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 'Retrieves' and the specific resource 'time-series analytics data about DNS query response status codes for charting'. It distinguishes this tool from sibling series tools that retrieve other types of analytics data (e.g., destinations, devices).

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 usage for charting purposes ('for charting'), but does not explicitly state when to use this tool vs alternatives like getAnalyticsStatus (non-series) or other series tools. No when-not or alternative guidance is provided.

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