textile_get_sensory_state

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

With no annotations provided, the description bears the burden of behavioral disclosure. It implies a read-only operation via 'get' and describes the snapshot as 'open', but does not explicitly state non-destructiveness, preconditions, or potential side effects. For a simple getter, this is minimally adequate but lacks richer context.

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, tightly worded sentence that leads with the action and resource. It includes a parenthetical that adds necessary specificity without fluff. No wasted words.

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 zero-parameter, no-output-schema getter, the description sufficiently conveys what the tool returns. It names the resource ('sensory state slots') and the content ('stitched notices/alerts'). It stops short of describing error conditions or runtime dependencies, but for its simplicity, it is reasonably complete.

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 tool has zero parameters, and the schema coverage is trivially 100% (empty schema). With no parameters to document, the description has nothing to add. The baseline of 4 for zero-parameter tools 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 clearly states a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('open sensory blackboard snapshot') with a parenthetical detailing the contents. It distinguishes this tool from siblings like textile_get_engine_state and textile_get_state by specifying 'sensory' and the exact data it returns.

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 the sibling tools (e.g., textile_get_engine_state, textile_get_state). It only describes what it does, leaving the agent to infer usage context. Since there are clearly related getters, explicit differentiation or usage context is needed.

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