get_virtual_database_datasets

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

With no annotations, the description must disclose behavioral traits, but it only states the action without indicating side effects, permissions, or whether it is read-only. Agents have no insight into safety or restrictions.

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 (7 words) but omits critical details. It is under-specified rather than efficiently concise, lacking context needed for tool selection and invocation.

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?

Given the complexity of virtual databases in Metabase and lack of output schema, the description is inadequate. It does not explain the return format, what datasets include, or any edge cases, making it insufficient for correct usage.

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 0% according to context, and the tool description adds no meaning to the single parameter 'virtual_db' beyond the schema's minimal 'Virtual database ID'. The description fails to explain how to obtain or use this ID.

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 verb 'get' and the resource 'datasets for a virtual database', identifying the tool's purpose. However, it does not clarify what constitutes a 'dataset' in Metabase, leaving some ambiguity.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like get_database_metadata, get_database_virtual_schema, or other retrieval tools. The description does not mention prerequisites or context.

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