sophos_list_allowed_items

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

No annotations provided, so the description carries full burden. It does not disclose pagination behavior (though parameters exist), authorization requirements, rate limits, or result format. Only mentions that it lists globally allowed items for a tenant.

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 sentence, concise and to the point. It front-loads the key information. Could be slightly more structured but efficient.

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?

No output schema exists, so description should explain return structure. It lists item types but not the format. Lacks pagination context and overall completeness for a list tool. Tenent_id requirement mentioned in schema but not in description.

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 coverage is 100%, so parameters are already documented. Description does not add meaning beyond what the schema provides, e.g., how page and page_size affect the listing or default 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 clearly states the action (list), resource (allowed items), scope (globally), and specifies the types of items (SHA256 hashes, certificate signers, file paths). It distinguishes from siblings like sophos_get_allowed_item and sophos_create_allowed_item.

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 a list operation but does not explicitly state when to use this tool versus alternatives like sophos_get_allowed_item or sophos_create_allowed_item. No guidance on context or exclusions.

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