getLogicalGroupAlerts

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

No annotations exist, and the description provides no behavioral information such as read-only nature, side effects, authentication requirements, or data scope. The agent cannot infer whether this is a safe read operation or has any constraints.

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 extremely short but under-specified. It repeats the tool name and lists a single parameter, which is not genuine conciseness but rather omission of essential information.

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?

With 3 parameters, no output schema, and many sibling alarm tools, the description is grossly incomplete. It does not describe the return value, input validation, or how this tool differs from similar ones, leaving the agent without sufficient context.

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% with clear descriptions for host and apiKey. The description only mentions groupName, adding no extra meaning beyond the schema. Baseline 3 applies, but the description fails to highlight required parameters or provide usage hints.

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 restates the tool name and lists one parameter without explaining what the tool actually does (e.g., 'retrieve alerts for a logical group'). It lacks a clear verb-resource combination and does not differentiate from siblings like listAlarms.

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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., listAlarms, getLogicalGroupInfo). No exclusions, prerequisites, or context provided.

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