synology_get_storage

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 conveys a read-only 'Get' operation and hints at the data returned (RAID, capacity, usage), but it does not explicitly state side-effect-free behavior, permissions required, or any other behavioral caveats. This is minimally 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 with no redundant words. It efficiently conveys the tool's purpose and key return fields.

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 one-parameter get tool with no output schema, the description covers the essentials: what data is retrieved and from which device type. It could mention return format or permissions, but given the simplicity, it is nearly 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?

Schema coverage is 100% with a clear description for device_id ('Synology NAS device ID'). The description adds no further detail about how to obtain or format the device_id, but the schema already covers it, so baseline 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 clearly states the verb 'Get' and the specific resource 'storage volumes/pools info from Synology NAS'. It also mentions the key contents (RAID, capacity, usage), making it distinct from sibling tools like synology_get_disks or synology_system_info.

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 when storage volume/pool information is needed on a Synology NAS, but it provides no explicit guidance on when not to use it or which alternative tools (e.g., synology_get_disks for physical disks) to prefer. With many sibling tools, this lack of differentiation is a gap.

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