GetReportFilter

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

The description does not disclose that the tool has no parameters, which implies it may return all report filter descriptions or rely on implicit context. This ambiguity about its behavior is a significant gap given no 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 a single, concise sentence. However, it could be slightly expanded to clarify the return value or scope without losing conciseness.

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 no parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is insufficient. It does not clarify what 'the report filter' refers to, leaving the agent unsure about which filter is retrieved.

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?

Since there are no parameters, the description does not need to add parameter meaning. The baseline for no parameters is 4, and the description does not detract.

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 action ('Get') and resource ('report filter description'), making the purpose straightforward. However, it does not differentiate from sibling 'GetReportFilters' which retrieves a list, potentially causing confusion.

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 like 'GetReportFilters' or 'SaveReportFilter'. The description lacks context for proper selection.

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