wp_get_menu_items

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

No annotations exist, so the description carries the full burden. It only states 'Get items', not disclosing if this is a read-only operation, what happens if menu_id is invalid, whether authentication is needed, or the format of returned items.

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 that gets to the point. However, it could benefit from slightly more detail without becoming verbose.

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 tool with one parameter and no output schema, the description is adequate but lacks completeness. It does not explain what 'items' means (e.g., menu items as objects) or any behavior like ordering or filtering.

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 description for menu_id already provided. The description adds minimal extra meaning ('specific navigation menu') but does not elaborate on the parameter's constraints or usage beyond what's in the 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 items for a specific navigation menu, using a specific verb 'Get' and resource 'items for a specific navigation menu'. It distinguishes from sibling tools like wp_list_menus (which lists menus) and wp_create_menu_item (creates items).

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 provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. For example, it does not mention that wp_list_menus is used to get available menus or that wp_get_menu_items is the correct tool for retrieving items of a known menu.

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