get_bucket

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It discloses the default trimmed summary and the raw=true option, and the verb 'Returns' implies a read-only operation. However, it does not mention potential error behavior, required permissions, or what fields the summary contains.

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 two short sentences, front-loads the main behavior, and has no filler or redundant information. Every word earns its place.

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 absence of an output schema, the description lacks details about the return structure or what the trimmed summary includes. The raw=true escape hatch mitigates this somewhat, but for an AI agent to invoke the tool correctly, knowing what to expect in the summary would be beneficial. It is adequate but not rich.

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 covers all parameters with descriptions (100% coverage), so the baseline is 3. The description adds minimal extra meaning beyond the raw toggle, which is already described in the schema (raw parameter description). It does not add details on region/namespace formatting or usage.

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 returns details of a specific Object Storage bucket, using a specific verb ('Returns') and resource ('specific Object Storage bucket'). It distinguishes itself from sibling list operations like list_buckets by emphasizing 'specific', and mentions the raw/summary toggle, adding precision.

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?

There is no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like list_buckets or get_namespace. The phrase 'specific bucket' implies single-resource lookup, but no exclusions or alternative references are provided. The usage context is only implied.

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