get_agentic_file

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden. It only states the tool can optionally return a downloadable payload but does not disclose what the response format is (e.g., raw content, URL, binary), error behavior, or any side effects. For a retrieval tool, this is 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, front-loaded sentence that conveys the core purpose efficiently. It is concise with no wasted words, though it could benefit from additional detail without losing brevity.

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?

Given the tool has no output schema and two parameters, the description should explain the return value (what constitutes a 'downloadable payload'?) and the scope ('agentic workspace file' is not defined). It lacks completeness for a tool that likely returns file data.

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 both parameters described adequately. The description adds minimal value beyond the schema—it hints at the download parameter's purpose but doesn't clarify the download payload format or behavior. 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 clearly states the tool retrieves an agentic workspace file with an optional download feature. It specifies the resource type (agentic workspace file) which helps distinguish it from general file tools, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from siblings like `download_file` or `get_file_v2`.

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 provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It lacks prerequisites, exclusions, or context about when the download option is appropriate. The agent must infer usage entirely from the name and basic description.

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