ncloud_list_launch_configs

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

With readOnlyHint already present, the description adds the current region scoping but does not disclose pagination behavior or return format. It does not contradict the annotation, but offers limited behavioral context beyond what annotations provide.

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 that is front-loaded with the action verb and resource. Every word carries meaning, with no fluff or repetition.

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 list tool with no required parameters, the description, schema, and readOnlyHint cover the essentials: what, where, and safety. Minor gaps remain around pagination defaults and the absence of an output schema, but the tool is straightforward enough that these are not critical.

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 100%, so all parameters (pageNo, pageSize, launchConfigurationNoList) are already explained. The description adds no additional parameter meaning, so the baseline 3 is appropriate.

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 uses a specific verb 'List' and resource 'launch configurations for Auto Scaling' with a clear scope 'in the current region'. This clearly distinguishes it from sibling tools like get_launch_config_detail, create_launch_config, and delete_launch_config.

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 provides clear context for when to use the tool (when you need to enumerate launch configurations in the region). However, it does not explicitly mention alternatives or exclusions, such as using get_launch_config_detail for individual configs.

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