list_labels

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

No annotations provided; description relies solely on text. 'List all labels' implies a read operation, but no disclosure of pagination, rate limits, side effects, or whether the list is complete. Lacks detail beyond basic purpose.

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?

Extremely concise single sentence with no wasted words. However, it lacks any structural elements like bullet points or sectioning, which is acceptable for such a short description.

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 the presence of an output schema, the description omits important context such as whether results are paginated, how to handle large datasets, or any behavioral quirks. The tool is simple but incomplete for an agent to fully anticipate its behavior.

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 baseline is 3, but the description adds no additional meaning beyond the schema. The phrase 'in a project' is already implied by the required project_id parameter. Does not clarify the purpose of the 'params' dictionary or how to use it for filtering.

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 clearly states the verb 'List' and resource 'labels' with scope 'in a project'. It distinguishes from sibling tools like create_label, update_label, delete_label, and retrieve_label, but does not explicitly differentiate from other list tools like list_projects or list_cycles.

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 versus alternatives. Does not mention conditions for use, prerequisites, or when to prefer other tools like retrieve_label or search_work_items.

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