VPS_getFirewallListV1

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

No annotations, and description only states it retrieves firewalls. No mention of response structure, pagination, or any side effects beyond read operation.

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?

Two short, direct sentences. No unnecessary information. Front-loaded with core action.

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 one optional parameter and no output schema, description adequately covers basic purpose but omits pagination behavior and response format. Slightly above minimum due to clear purpose.

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 already describes 'page' parameter. Description adds no additional context. Baseline 3 due to 100% schema coverage.

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?

Describes retrieving all firewalls with clear verb and resource. Differentiates from sibling tools like VPS_getFirewallDetailsV1 by focusing on listing all, but doesn't explicitly contrast.

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?

Says 'Use this endpoint to view existing firewall configurations' which gives usage context, but provides no when-not-to-use or alternatives.

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