get_ride_options

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

With no annotations, the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It only says 'Get available Lyft ride types' and 'for the current route', but does not state whether a login is required, what happens if no route is set, or whether it changes any state. This is a minimal read-only implication without explicit safety details.

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?

A single, grammatically complete sentence that is front-loaded with the action and resource. Every word contributes to meaning; no filler or redundancy.

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?

The tool has no parameters, no output schema, and no annotations, so the description must provide enough context. It explains the core purpose and route dependency, but omits how to set the route and what happens if no route exists. For a simple getter this is adequate but not complete.

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?

There are zero parameters, so the schema already fully covers them. The description adds value by listing example ride types, which helps the agent understand the output domain. Baseline for 0 params is 4, and nothing here detracts.

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 verb 'Get' and the resource 'available Lyft ride types' with concrete examples (Lyft, Lyft XL, Lux). It distinguishes itself from sibling tools like get_fare_estimate by focusing on ride types rather than pricing.

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?

It implies usage context with 'for the current route', suggesting the route must be set beforehand, but it does not explicitly say when to use this vs. alternatives like get_fare_estimate, nor does it mention prerequisites or exclusions.

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