search_artists

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

No annotations provided; description discloses what is returned but does not discuss side effects, rate limits, or read-only nature. Adequate but could be more explicit about safety.

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?

Three short sentences, front-loaded with purpose, then cross-reference and use case. Every sentence adds value with no redundancy.

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?

Covers purpose, return fields, and a use case. With existing output schema, agent can understand output. Could mention limit behavior, but not critical for a search tool.

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 has 0% description coverage; description only adds meaning for 'query' by referencing search_tracks syntax. Limit parameter is left unexplained, and no format details are given.

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?

Description clearly states 'Search for artists on Spotify' and specifies returns (names, genres, IDs). Distinguishes from sibling tools by referencing search_tracks and focusing on artists.

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?

Provides comparative guidance: 'Supports the same query syntax as search_tracks' and identifies use case for finding artist IDs. Lacks explicit when-not-to-use, but sufficient for agent to infer.

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