get_grant_details

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must disclose behavioral traits. It only says 'get detailed information', implying a read operation, but does not state whether it has side effects, requires authentication, or has rate limits. Even simple read tools benefit from explicit safety cues.

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 12-word sentence that is front-loaded and contains no fluff. Every word serves the purpose of explaining what the tool does. Ideal length for a simple retrieval tool.

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 single-parameter retrieval tool, the description is minimally adequate. However, it lacks any information about the return value (no output schema), error cases, or data freshness. Given the list of sibling tools, additional context about when this is preferred over search_grants would improve completeness.

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 coverage is 100% for the single parameter grant_id, and the description adds only 'by ID', which is already implied by the schema's description 'Grant call ID from BDNS'. The description does not enhance understanding of the parameter's format, source, or constraints beyond what the schema provides.

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 resource 'detailed information about a specific grant call', limited by 'by ID'. This distinguishes it from sibling search and list tools, which return collections rather than a single entity.

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not specify prerequisites, when not to use it, or any context about the grant_id format or availability. The agent receives no help in deciding between this and similar tools like search_grants.

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