list_account_rules_lists

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the behavioral disclosure burden. It only says 'List account-level rules lists' and gives examples; it does not mention pagination, ordering, response format, permissions, or whether the account_id is the only required scope.

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, efficient sentence with no filler. The core operation and scope are front-loaded, and the parenthetical examples add useful context without bloating the text.

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 read-only listing tool with one well-documented parameter, the description is minimally viable. However, it lacks detail about return value shape, pagination, and how it differs from the closely related singular and item-list tools, which an agent may need to call it correctly.

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 schema already fully describes the only parameter, account_id, as 'The account ID' (100% coverage). The description reinforces that this is an account-level operation, but it adds no extra detail about the parameter's format, constraints, or behavior.

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 states a specific verb ('List') and resource ('account-level rules lists') with concrete examples ('IP lists, hostname lists, etc.'). It is clearly readable and distinguishes from zone-level list tools via the 'account-level' qualifier, though it does not explicitly name related sibling tools.

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 is given about when to use this tool versus related siblings such as list_account_rules_list, list_account_rules_list_items, or list_zone_rulesets. The context is implied by the name and description, but there are no explicit alternatives or exclusions.

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