hosting_searchWordPressPluginsV1

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

No annotations are provided, so the description bears full burden. It only states it searches the directory, not mentioning that it is a read-only operation, authentication requirements, rate limits, or what happens if no results are found. This leaves behavioral traits unclear.

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 sentences, no wasted words. First sentence defines purpose, second gives actionable follow-up. Extremely concise and well-structured.

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?

For a simple search tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is mostly complete. It explains the search domain and how to use the result. However, it lacks detail about return format or pagination, and behavioral transparency is missing, lowering completeness slightly.

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 coverage is 100% with the 'search' parameter described as a string with a minimum length of 3 characters. The description does not add additional meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 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?

The description clearly states the tool searches the WordPress.org plugin directory for available plugins. It specifies the action and resource, distinguishing it from sibling tools like listAvailableWordPressPlugins which list already known plugins, and install tools.

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 some usage guidance by mentioning that returned slugs should be used with the install endpoint, but it does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like listing already installed plugins or available ones. The context implies search is for installing new plugins, but lacks explicit when-not-to-use advice.

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