get_inplay_odds_by_fixture_id

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

No annotations provided; description does not disclose behavioral traits like pagination behavior (page/per_page params), data freshness, or whether it returns only live odds. Minimal information beyond the basic action.

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?

Single sentence, no wasted words. However, it is too minimal for the complexity; more structure would improve usability without harming conciseness.

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 7 parameters, many sibling tools, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is insufficient. It fails to explain filtering, pagination, or the meaning of 'inplay odds', leaving gaps for an AI agent.

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 adequately documents all 7 parameters. The tool description itself adds no parameter meaning beyond the schema, earning a baseline score 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?

Description 'Get inplay odds for a specific fixture' clearly states the action (get), resource (inplay odds), and target (specific fixture). It distinguishes from siblings like 'get_all_inplay_odds' and 'get_inplay_odds_by_fixture_and_bookmaker' by specifying fixture-level granularity.

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 on when to use this tool vs alternatives such as 'get_all_inplay_odds' or 'get_inplay_odds_by_fixture_and_bookmaker'. With many sibling tools, explicit usage context is missing.

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