get_stats_cities

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

No annotations provided, so description carries the transparency burden. It mentions pagination, search, and optional fields, but does not disclose if it's read-only, rate limits, or default behavior without parameters. Basic transparency is present.

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?

Single sentence with no filler. Starts with verb and resource, lists capabilities efficiently. Every word earns its place.

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 7 parameters and no output schema, the description lacks details on what 'statistics' are returned, default date range, or behavior with no parameters. Incomplete for agent to fully understand response format.

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 covers all 7 parameters with descriptions (100% coverage). The description adds only high-level context (pagination, search, include) but no extra semantics beyond what the schema already provides. Baseline 3.

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 the tool gets city-level alert statistics and lists key features (pagination, search, optional translations/coordinates). It distinguishes from siblings like 'get_cities' (which likely returns cities without stats).

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 vs alternatives (e.g., 'get_stats_summary' or 'get_cities'). No mention of prerequisites or when not to use.

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