audio-transcribe

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

With no annotations, the description carries the full burden. It discloses the use of Whisper, supported formats, size limit, and output fields. However, it omits important behavioral traits like processing time, error handling for large or inaccessible files, and model version.

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 paragraph of about five sentences, front-loading the main purpose. It is mostly concise, though the pricing comparison line may be slightly extraneous for tool selection.

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 two parameters and no output schema, the description covers core functionality, output structure, and use cases. However, it lacks details on error scenarios and performance expectations, leaving some gaps for an agent.

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 the baseline is 3. The description reiterates the language hint and URL requirements but adds no new meaning beyond the schema descriptions.

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 specifies the verb 'transcribe', the resource 'audio', and the method 'OpenAI Whisper'. It clearly states what the tool does and lists supported formats and a size limit. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools, though none appear to offer transcription.

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 use cases such as 'voice memos, meeting recordings, podcast snippets' and notes the option to provide a language hint. However, it lacks explicit guidance on when not to use the tool or mention of alternatives.

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