get_notification_by_id

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

The description merely restates the read-only behavior already declared by readOnlyHint=true, idempotentHint=true, and destructiveHint=false. It adds no further behavioral context such as error behavior, authentication needs, or what happens when the id is missing.

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 minimal and front-loaded: 'Read Notification' immediately conveys the operation, followed by the endpoint and arguments. There is no unnecessary wording.

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 get-by-id with an output schema and safety annotations, the description covers the essential routing and parameter location. It is complete enough to invoke, though it lacks any note on when to prefer it over list_notification.

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 description coverage is 0%, but the description compensates by identifying the single parameter as a path parameter, which is not stated in the schema. For one required integer id, this is sufficient to construct the call correctly.

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 a verb and resource ('Read Notification') and includes the exact GET endpoint, so an agent can tell it fetches a single notification. It does not explicitly contrast with list_notification or other get_*_by_id siblings, so it stops short of a 5.

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?

There is no guidance about when to choose this tool over list_notification or other retrieval tools. The only implicit signal is the 'by_id' name and the {id} path parameter, which suggests single-resource lookup, but no exclusions or alternatives are provided.

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