macro_swiss_gdp_quarterly

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

Annotations already indicate read-only, idempotent, and non-destructive behavior. The description adds that it returns a pandas.DataFrame and cites a data source URL, but offers no additional details about data behavior, latency, or limitations. It does not contradict annotations.

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 brief and directly states the data source, return type, and purpose in two lines. It is efficiently front-loaded, though the URL might be secondary information. No unnecessary fluff.

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 parameterless data retrieval tool, the description covers the essential points: what data (Swiss GDP quarterly rate), from where (East Money URL), and return type (DataFrame). It lacks an output schema, but the return type hint conveys the shape. This is adequate for the tool's complexity.

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 tool has zero parameters, so the schema is trivially complete. The description adds no parameter details, but none are needed. Baseline of 4 applies due to absence of parameters.

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 identifies the tool as providing Swiss GDP quarterly rate from East Money economic data, with a specific return type. It distinguishes from siblings by its explicit Switzerland GDP quarterly scope, though it lacks an explicit action verb like 'get' or 'retrieve'.

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 guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives or any exclusions. It neither states a preferred context nor mentions related tools, leaving the agent to infer usage solely from the name and URL.

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