list_trigger_events

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden. It fails to disclose behavioral traits such as what 'recent' means, ordering, pagination behavior, or whether it is read-only. The brief statement 'List recent trigger events' is insufficient for an agent to understand side effects or constraints.

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 that is front-loaded with purpose. However, it is excessively minimal, leaving out important details like parameter usage and behavioral context. It earns its place but lacks substance.

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?

Despite having an output schema (which may explain return values), the description omits crucial context such as the meaning of 'recent', how the limit parameter affects results, and any filtering capabilities. For a list tool with one parameter and no annotations, this is 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 input schema has one parameter (limit) with 0% description coverage, and the tool description does not mention this parameter at all. The description adds no meaning beyond the schema, failing to explain the parameter's role or default behavior.

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 trigger events and specifies the event types (scans, webhooks). It uses a specific verb 'list' and resource 'trigger events', distinguishing it from sibling tools like get_trigger_event (single event) or list_webhooks (specific type).

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 implies usage for a broad overview of recent events but provides no explicit guidance on when to use this tool over siblings like list_webhooks or list_scan_schedules. There are no exclusions or alternatives mentioned.

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