list_mapping_runs

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

No annotations exist to declare safety or side effects. The description only mentions 'recent' and the fields returned, omitting information on ordering, pagination, time window, or any potential performance considerations.

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, clear sentence that front-loads the main action. It is concise but could be more informative without becoming verbose.

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 optional parameter, output schema exists), the description provides minimal context. It lists output fields but lacks behavioral details like sort order or pagination limits. Adequate but incomplete.

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 schema has one parameter (limit, default 20) with 0% schema description coverage. The description does not mention or explain the limit parameter, relying solely on the schema for definition.

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 tool lists recent mapping runs and specifies the attributes included: status, trigger type, and graph stats. It distinguishes from sibling tools like create_mapping_run and get_mapping_run.

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 versus alternatives such as get_mapping_run. The term 'recent' implies some temporal filtering but no explicit when/when-not context is provided.

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