Get card

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must fully convey behavioral traits. It mentions what the response includes but fails to disclose whether the operation is read-only, potential errors, performance implications, or side effects.

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 that front-loads the purpose, but listing numerous components in parentheses makes it somewhat dense. It is efficient but could be broken into clearer parts.

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 tool has only one input parameter and no output schema, the description adequately lists response contents. However, it omits details like whether the operation is read-only, error conditions, or output structure.

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 coverage is 0%, and the description only says 'by id' without adding meaning for the 'cardId' parameter (e.g., format, source, required length). The parameter's purpose is implied but not explicitly described.

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 'Get a single card by id', specifying the verb (get), resource (card), and method (by id). It also lists included content (properties, body, comments, checklist items), distinguishing it from sibling tools like list_cards or find_cards.

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 retrieving a single card with full details, but does not explicitly state when to use this tool over alternatives like list_cards or find_cards, nor does it provide exclusions or conditions.

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