list_tasks

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

No annotations provided. Description says 'list recent tasks' but does not disclose ordering, pagination behavior, or whether it is read-only. Lacks detail on what 'recent' means.

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?

Description is a single concise sentence. However, it may be too minimal for a tool with no annotations and low schema coverage.

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 2 parameters, no annotations, but with an output schema, the description lacks sufficient context for an agent to know when to use it versus the similar get_task_status. Missing behavioral details like ordering and pagination.

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 description coverage is 0%. Description adds no meaning to 'node' or 'limit' parameters. Does not explain default behavior or how 'limit' affects results.

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?

Description states 'List recent Proxmox tasks for a node.' Verb 'list' and resource 'tasks' are clear, and the scope 'recent' and 'for a node' distinguishes it from sister tools like get_task_status (specific task) and other listing tools.

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 like get_task_status or other listing tools. No exclusions or prerequisites mentioned.

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