Get Page Views

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

Annotations include readOnlyHint=true, so the safety profile is already covered. The description adds the Cloud-only availability and the reliance on the Analytics API, which is useful context. However, it does not disclose details like what 'view statistics' includes (e.g., time period, unique vs total views) beyond what the output schema might provide. With annotations present, this is adequate but not rich.

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 two short sentences. The first sentence states the purpose, and the second gives an important availability note. No wasted words, and the critical information is front-loaded. Excellent 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 with two well-documented parameters and an output schema. The description covers the core purpose and a key limitation (Cloud-only). Since an output schema exists, there is no need to describe return values. The description is complete for an agent to decide to use this tool for page view analytics.

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%: both page_id and include_title have descriptive text in the schema. The description adds no new parameter semantics beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline of 3 is appropriate here.

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's function: 'Get view statistics for a Confluence page.' It uses a specific verb ('Get') and a specific resource ('view statistics for a Confluence page'), which distinguishes it from sibling tools like confluence_get_page (which fetches page content) and confluence_get_comments. No ambiguity.

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 a clear usage constraint: it is only available for Confluence Cloud, not Server/Data Center instances. This tells the agent when not to use it. However, it does not explicitly contrast with alternatives or state when to prefer this tool over others, so it falls short of a 5.

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