prettyPrinterSetting

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

The description implies a read-only operation with 'Retrieves', but with no annotations, the description bears the full burden. It does not disclose additional behavioral traits such as idempotency, authentication needs, rate limits, or whether the settings are system-wide or user-specific. The description is minimally adequate for a simple retrieval tool.

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 concise sentence with no extraneous words. It is front-loaded with the purpose and achieves efficient communication.

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 low complexity and absence of output schema, the description is minimal but adequate to convey the basic purpose. However, it lacks details about the return value or what 'pretty printer settings' encompasses, which could be important for correct usage. Sibling tools like 'prettyPrinter' suggest possible related functionality but are not clarified.

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 covers the single parameter 'connection' with a detailed description. The tool's description adds no parameter-specific information beyond the schema, earning a baseline 3 per the rubric for high schema coverage.

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 verb 'Retrieves' and resource 'pretty printer settings', distinguishing it from sibling tools like 'setPrettyPrinterSetting' (write) and 'prettyPrinter' (likely a different endpoint). However, it does not specify what settings are included, leaving some vagueness.

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 provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention that for modifying settings, one should use 'setPrettyPrinterSetting', nor does it specify any prerequisites or context for use.

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