List Redirects

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint, idempotentHint, and openWorldHint, so the read-only nature is covered. The description adds only the filtering/pagination capability and no contradictions; it does not provide deeper behavioral context like response shape or rate limits, so a 3 is appropriate.

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 sentences with no filler. The action and target are front-loaded, and the optional capabilities are stated compactly.

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 read-only list operation with full schema coverage and clear annotations, the description is sufficient for selection and invocation. It could specify the expected response shape, but 'List redirect rules' adequately communicates the outcome, and the required env_id is implied by 'for an environment.'

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 description coverage is 100%, so the schema handles parameter documentation. The phrase 'supports filtering and pagination' maps broadly to search_query, regex_search, limit, offset, key, and order, but adds no meaning beyond what the schema already states.

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?

States a specific action and resource: 'List redirect rules for an environment.' This clearly distinguishes it from the mutation sibling kinsta_environments_redirects_update and other list tools, so an agent can select it without ambiguity.

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 gives clear context: this is for retrieving redirect rules for an environment, not for modifying them. It does not explicitly name alternatives or exclusion conditions, but the verb 'List' makes the intended use evident.

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