inspect_sketch_entity

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. 'Inspect' implies a read-only operation but does not explicitly state it is non-destructive, what happens if the entity is not found, or any side effects. Missing critical behavioral disclosure.

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?

A single sentence with no filler. The core action and object are front-loaded. It is efficiently concise, though brevity contributes to incompleteness.

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 tool with 3 parameters, no output schema, and no annotation coverage, this description is severely inadequate. It lacks parameter explanations, return value description, and usage context, making it impossible for an agent to correctly invoke the tool without external knowledge.

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 0% and the description does not explain what the three parameters (entity, sketch_ref, document_id) mean. It mentions 'by reference, index, or fingerprint' but does not map these to the parameters, leaving the agent without any semantic guidance.

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 states a specific action ('Inspect') on a specific resource ('one existing sketch entity') and indicates selection methods. It distinguishes from siblings like list_sketch_entities and inspect_sketch_full, though it doesn't explicitly name them.

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 on when to use this tool vs alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites like listing entities first, how to obtain a reference, or when to prefer inspect_sketch_full. No exclusions or contextual hints.

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