VPS_getTemplateDetailsV1

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

No annotations provided. Description accurately states it retrieves details but offers no additional behavioral traits such as permissions, rate limits, or side effects. For a simple read operation, this is adequate but not exceptional.

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 concise sentences with no unnecessary information. Front-loaded with the core purpose and a usage tip.

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?

Description covers the tool's function well but lacks specifics about what 'detailed information' includes (e.g., OS, disk, memory). Given no output schema, a bit more detail would enhance completeness. Still functional.

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 has one parameter with description 'Template ID' and 100% coverage. The tool description adds no extra semantic meaning beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 applies.

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 tool retrieves detailed information about a specific OS template for virtual machines, with the use case of viewing specifications before deployment. It distinguishes from sibling VPS_getTemplatesV1 by specifying 'specific' and 'detailed'.

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?

Description provides clear context for when to use (before deployment) but does not explicitly state when not to use or mention alternatives like VPS_getTemplatesV1 for listing all templates.

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