gangtise_knowledge_batch

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

No annotations are provided, so the description fully shoulders transparency. It discloses the semantic search capability and batch limit but omits behavioral traits such as authentication requirements, rate limits, response format, or any side effects. The agent cannot infer safety or cost implications.

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 concise, containing two parts: a date context bracket note and a single-sentence core description. The date note is necessary for accurate temporal interpretation but adds length. Overall efficient, though the note could be separated or shortened.

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?

Despite full schema coverage for inputs, the description lacks information about output format, return values, or pagination. With no output schema, the agent is left uninformed about what the search results contain. The tool is moderately complex (batch search, multiple resource types), yet behavioral context is incomplete.

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?

All 4 parameters have descriptions in the schema (100% coverage), so the description adds limited value. It reiterates the max query count (already in schema as maxItems:5) and provides a date context note not directly tied to parameters. Baseline 3 is appropriate as schema already documents parameter semantics.

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 performs semantic search in the Gangtise knowledge base (including reports, meeting minutes, opinions, announcements) and supports up to 5 query words per batch. It distinguishes from sibling tools by specifying batch semantic search, unlike other tools that target specific resource types or downloads.

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 a date context note for relative time references and a max query limit, but it does not give explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like gangtise_knowledge_resource_download or other search tools. No when-not-to-use or alternative recommendations.

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