validate_graph

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions 'warnings only', implying non-destructive behavior and potential error reporting, but doesn't specify what happens on validation failure, output format, or performance characteristics. For a validation tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.

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 extremely concise with just one phrase, front-loading the core purpose ('validate graph structure') and adding a brief qualifier ('cycles allowed, warnings only'). Every word earns its place with zero waste, making it easy to parse quickly.

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?

Given the tool's complexity (validation operation with 1 parameter), no annotations, and no output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't explain what validation entails, what 'warnings' might include, how results are returned, or error handling. For a tool that likely returns validation results, this lack of detail makes it inadequate for full understanding.

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?

The schema description coverage is 0%, so the description must compensate for the undocumented parameter 'graph_id'. However, the description doesn't mention this parameter at all, failing to explain what 'graph_id' represents or how to obtain it. The baseline is 3 since the schema covers the parameter structure, but the description adds no semantic value beyond what's already in the schema.

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 verb 'validate' and resource 'graph structure', making the purpose understandable. It distinguishes from siblings like 'get_graph_stats' or 'export_graph' by focusing on validation rather than retrieval or export. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with all possible siblings, keeping it at 4 instead of 5.

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 minimal usage context with 'cycles allowed, warnings only', hinting at when validation might be needed (e.g., checking graph integrity). However, it lacks explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'get_graph_stats' for analysis or 'find_path' for traversal, and doesn't mention prerequisites or exclusions.

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