get_decision_detail

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

No annotations are provided, so description must cover behavior. It lists return fields but does not mention read-only nature, authentication requirements (beyond API key), rate limits, or side effects. Minimal disclosure.

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?

Two sentences, each serving a purpose: defining the tool and providing usage context. No redundancy or fluff.

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 simple retrieval tool with no output schema, the description covers the essential return fields and usage pattern. Could mention optional API key requirement more explicitly, but overall adequate.

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 covers both parameters with descriptions (100% coverage). Description adds context that decision_id comes from search results, but otherwise adds no new semantics beyond schema.

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 it retrieves full details of a GDPR decision by ID, listing specific fields returned (summary, articles, sanctions, etc.). It distinguishes from siblings by recommending use after search_gdpr_decisions.

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?

Explicitly says to use after search_gdpr_decisions for more detail, providing clear context. No when-not-to-use or alternative tools mentioned, but the guidance is helpful.

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