get_label

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

No annotations are present, and the description simply states 'Get label details' with no information about side effects, permissions, or behavior. For a retrieval operation, the read-only nature is implied but not explicitly disclosed.

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, which is concise, but it lacks any structure or prioritization of information. It does not front-load key details beyond the name.

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 simple input schema (one parameter) and no output schema, the description is minimally complete but fails to clarify what data is returned or any edge cases (e.g., invalid label ID). A more informative description would benefit the 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?

The schema covers 100% of the parameter (labelId) with a description, so the description adds no additional semantics beyond what the schema provides. Baseline of 3 is appropriate.

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 'Get label details' conveys the basic purpose of retrieving information about a label, but it lacks specificity about what 'details' entails and does not distinguish itself from sibling tools like get_cycle or get_document, which follow the same pattern.

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 is provided on when to use get_label versus list_labels (which retrieves all labels) or other tools. The description does not mention the intended scope or alternatives.

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