listOfficeDocs

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It does disclose the sorting behavior (ordered by last modified date) and scope (from OneDrive, optionally within a folder). However, it omits details such as pagination, required permissions, or the structure of returned items, which are relevant for a list operation without an output schema.

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, concise sentence that immediately states the action and resource. It contains no redundant or irrelevant information, earning a perfect score for conciseness and structure.

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?

The tool is simple, but the absence of an output schema and the presence of closely related siblings (searchOfficeDocs, recentOfficeDocs) create gaps. The description covers the core purpose but does not explain what fields are returned or how this listing differs from related tools, making it adequate yet 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?

The input schema description covers the only parameter (folderId) with 100% coverage, including the behavior when not provided. The description adds no additional parameter semantics, so the 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 clearly states the tool retrieves a list of Office documents and folders from OneDrive, with a specific ordering by last modified date. It does not explicitly distinguish itself from siblings like searchOfficeDocs or recentOfficeDocs, but the verb 'retrieves a list' and the resource are specific enough.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as searchOfficeDocs or recentOfficeDocs. It does not mention any exclusions or specific scenarios, leaving the agent to infer usage solely from the tool name and description.

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