get_active_sequence

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

No annotations are provided, and the description only says 'Gets information', implying a read operation but giving no details about what information is returned, potential errors, or side effects. It does not add meaningful behavioral context beyond the bare action.

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, front-loaded sentence that communicates the essential purpose without any unnecessary words. It is perfectly concise for the tool's simplicity.

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?

With no output schema and a generic description that does not specify what 'information' includes, the tool is under-specified. The presence of more detailed sibling tools (e.g., get_sequence_structure, get_full_sequence_info) makes this description feel incomplete for an agent to predict the return value.

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 tool has zero parameters, and the schema coverage is 100% (empty). Per the baseline for zero-parameter tools, the description is not required to explain parameters, and it adds no extra constraints. This is a solid baseline score.

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 a specific action (gets) and resource (currently active sequence), which makes the core purpose understandable. However, it does not distinguish itself from closely related sibling tools like get_sequence_settings or get_full_sequence_info, so it lacks differentiation.

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?

There is no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. Given the many sibling tools that also retrieve sequence-related information, the lack of any context or alternative references leaves the agent without direction on choosing this tool.

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