getEconomicCalendar

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and openWorldHint, covering safety. The description adds no behavioral details beyond 'comprehensive calendar', failing to disclose traits like data latency, filtering behavior, or any constraints.

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 sentences with minimal fluff. It front-loads the purpose but contains marketing language ('Stay informed', 'make informed decisions') that could be trimmed for directness.

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 only two optional parameters and no output schema, the description covers the basic data retrieval function. However, it lacks details on response format, pagination, or how 'upcoming' is defined, leaving gaps for an agent.

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 both parameters documented (from_date and to). The description uses 'calendar' to imply date range, but does not add meaning beyond the schema's basic format descriptions.

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 accesses a calendar of economic data releases, using specific verbs 'stay informed' and 'access'. It distinguishes from siblings by specifying 'Economic Data Releases', but does not explicitly differentiate from similar calendar tools like getEarningsCalendar or getIPOCalendar.

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 no explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It only mentions a general goal ('prepare for market impacts') without specifying context or conditions that would trigger its use.

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