easyeda_api_catalog

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It states it lists information, implying a read-only operation with no side effects. However, it doesn't describe the exact output format or any potential effects (e.g., requiring an active editor session). For a zero-parameter informational tool, this is adequate but not rich.

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, front-loaded sentence that conveys the essential purpose without any filler. It is concise and immediately understandable.

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?

For a zero-parameter informational tool, the description is complete. It tells the agent what information is returned (version, namespaces, method counts). No output schema exists, but the description provides enough high-level context to decide whether to call it. It could specify the return structure but isn't necessary for a catalog tool.

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 baseline is 4. The description adds no parameter-specific details because none exist. It correctly states what the tool returns without needing to explain parameters.

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's purpose: to list the official EasyEDA Pro API version, namespaces, and method counts for the current package. This is a specific verb-resource combination that distinguishes it from siblings like easyeda_api_search and easyeda_api_call.

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: call this tool when you need an overview of the API version and namespace structure. It doesn't explicitly mention alternatives or exclusions, but the purpose is so distinct that an agent can infer when to use it. Slight gap for not mentioning alternatives.

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