Get App

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

Description states a read operation ('Get'), implying idempotency and no side effects, but does not explicitly confirm safety or mention authentication needs. With no annotations, the agent must assume it is a safe read; however, the simplicity of the operation partially compensates.

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 a single, front-loaded sentence with no filler. It efficiently conveys the core function without redundancy, making it easy for an agent 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 simplicity (one parameter, output schema present), the description is adequate but minimal. It does not clarify the scope of 'app settings' or distinguish from similar sibling tools like get-general-settings, leaving some ambiguity.

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 input schema has 100% coverage with a detailed description for the single parameter 'appId'. The description adds no additional semantic meaning beyond the schema, meeting the baseline expectation for high schema coverage.

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?

Description clearly states 'Get app settings from kintone', specifying the verb and resource. The tool name and input schema reinforce this purpose. It differentiates from sibling operations like get-form-fields or get-records, making the tool's role unambiguous.

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?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives, such as kintone-get-general-settings or kintone-get-form-fields. The description lacks context on prerequisites or typical scenarios, leaving the agent to infer from the name alone.

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