sophos_get_alert

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

No annotations are provided, so the description must carry the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions retrieving 'full details' and 'allowedActions' but does not disclose whether the operation is read-only (likely), any required permissions, rate limits, or what constitutes 'full details' beyond the single field mentioned.

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 that immediately states the tool's purpose and key detail (allowedActions). No extraneous information is present.

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 retrieval tool with no output schema, the description is mostly adequate but lacks information about the response structure (aside from allowedActions) and any error conditions. Given the absence of annotations, it leaves some context 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?

Both parameters (alert_id, tenant_id) are fully described in the input schema (100% coverage). The description adds value by mentioning 'allowedActions' in the response but does not enhance parameter understanding beyond the schema.

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 tool retrieves full details of a specific alert by ID, and mentions the 'allowedActions' list. This distinguishes it from sibling tools like sophos_list_alerts (list all alerts) or sophos_take_alert_action (perform actions on alerts).

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 description implies usage when a specific alert ID is known and full details are needed, but it does not explicitly contrast with alternatives like sophos_list_alerts or sophos_search_alerts, nor does it state when not to use this tool.

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