passgage_get_branch_group

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

No annotations are provided, and the description only says 'Get a specific branch_group by ID'. It does not disclose any additional behavior such as authentication requirements, potential errors, or whether the operation is read-only. While 'Get' implies a safe read, the description adds no transparency beyond the bare action.

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 immediately states the verb and resource. It contains zero redundant information and is appropriately concise for the tool's simplicity.

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 is a simple get-by-id operation with one parameter and no output schema, the description provides the core purpose. However, it does not mention what is returned (e.g., the full branch_group object) or any error conditions, which would be helpful for an agent with no annotations to rely on. It is minimally complete but has gaps.

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?

The input schema fully describes the single parameter 'id' as 'The UUID of the branch_group to retrieve', giving 100% schema coverage. The description's 'by ID' merely echoes this, adding no new semantic detail. Thus the baseline 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 'Get a specific branch_group by ID' clearly states the action (get), the resource (branch_group), and the scope (specific by ID). This distinguishes it from list, create, update, and delete siblings, making the purpose unambiguous.

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 phrase 'by ID' implies the tool is used when you have a specific branch_group ID and need to retrieve that single record. However, it does not explicitly mention alternatives like 'use list_branch_groups to find IDs' or state when not to use this tool. The usage context is implied but not detailed.

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