get_lightbox

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

With no annotations, the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. 'Get lightbox details' implies a read-only operation, but it does not clarify what 'details' entail, whether any authorization is needed, or what happens for invalid IDs. The lack of any behavioral context makes this insufficient.

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 concise sentence with no filler words, making it appropriately sized for a simple getter. However, it is so minimal that it might under-specify the tool's behavior, preventing a perfect score.

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 is simple (one parameter, no output schema, no annotations), but the description is too sparse to be considered complete. It does not explain what a lightbox is, what details are returned, or any usage context, leaving gaps that the agent must guess.

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?

The input schema provides 100% coverage for the single 'id' parameter, describing it as 'ID of the resource'. The description adds no additional parameter semantics, but given the simplicity and clear schema, a baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 uses a specific verb 'Get' with a clear resource 'lightbox', making it evident that this tool retrieves a single lightbox. It distinguishes itself from siblings like list_lightboxes (which lists) and create/update/delete_lightbox (which mutate).

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 such as list_lightboxes or get_lightboxes_tree. There is no mention of prerequisites, use cases, or exclusions.

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