list_workspaces

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

The description adds minimal behavioral context beyond the annotations. Annotations already indicate a safe, idempotent, and open-world operation. The description merely restates the listing nature without additional details like sorting, pagination, or default behavior for the 'active' parameter.

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 concise sentence, easy to parse. However, it is too brief given the presence of two parameters that could benefit from more detail.

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 list tool with parameters for filtering and limiting results, the description does not explain important behavior such as default filtering, sorting order, or pagination. This lack of completeness could lead to incorrect usage or unexpected results.

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?

The description does not mention any parameters or their semantics. With schema coverage at 50% (the 'limit' parameter lacks description), the description fails to compensate for the missing parameter documentation, leaving the agent without guidance on how to use the parameters effectively.

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 'List all configurable agent workspaces' clearly states the action (list) and the resource (configurable agent workspaces). It distinguishes this tool from sibling list tools by specifying the resource type.

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 no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives from the sibling list. It does not mention when to apply filters like 'active' or 'limit', nor does it compare with other listing tools.

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