get--v3-domain_name-whitelists-value

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It only states 'Lookup', implying a read-only operation, but fails to disclose any behavioral traits such as authentication needs, rate limits, error conditions, or what happens if the record isn't found. This is inadequate for a tool with two required parameters.

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 extremely concise with just three words, front-loading the core action. There's no wasted verbiage, though this brevity contributes to underspecification rather than clarity.

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 annotations, 0% schema coverage, no output schema, and two required parameters, the description is completely inadequate. It fails to explain what the tool does beyond a vague phrase, leaving critical gaps in understanding purpose, parameters, and behavior.

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%, meaning parameters 'domain_name' and 'value' are undocumented in the schema. The description adds no semantic information about these parameters, such as what they represent, their format, or examples. It doesn't compensate for the lack of schema documentation.

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 'Lookup allowlist record' restates the tool name with minimal elaboration. It specifies a verb ('Lookup') and resource ('allowlist record'), but lacks specificity about what domain or value is being looked up, and doesn't distinguish it from sibling tools like 'get--v3-domain_name-whitelists' which likely lists all whitelists rather than looking up a specific record.

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. The description doesn't mention prerequisites, context, or comparisons to sibling tools, leaving the agent with no usage direction.

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