obsbot_image_exposure_auto

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

Describes the proprietary protocol and why standard paths are avoided, providing useful behavioral context. Without annotations, it carries the transparency burden well, though missing details on side effects or auth.

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?

Two sentences, front-loaded with the main function, no unnecessary words. Efficiently uses space for essential information.

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?

Provides good context for a simple tool, including protocol details. Lacks explanation of the 'camera' parameter, but overall adequate given no output schema.

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?

Adds meaning to the 'priority' parameter by explaining the metering region options and face detection. The 'camera' parameter is not explained, but schema coverage is 0% and description partially compensates.

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?

Clearly states the tool enables auto-exposure and describes the optional priority parameter for metering region, distinguishing itself from the sibling obsbot_image_exposure_manual.

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?

Implies usage for auto-exposure scenarios via the sibling manual tool, but lacks explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives or prerequisites.

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