generate_summary_report

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

No annotations provided, so description carries full burden. Only mentions 'generate' and 'totals', but does not disclose whether it is read-only, potential side effects, or operational constraints like pagination or rate limits.

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?

Single concise sentence, front-loaded with key action and output. However, omits important details that could be included without excessive verbosity.

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 5 parameters, no schema descriptions, no output schema, and no annotations, the description is too brief. It lacks essential context for correct invocation, such as input formats, grouping key examples, and output structure.

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?

With 0% schema coverage, the description adds minimal value. It mentions 'date range' and 'grouped by one or more keys' hinting at groups parameter, but no details on format, required vs optional, or valid values for parameters like sort_column.

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?

Clearly states it generates a summary report with totals grouped by one or more keys for a date range, distinguishing it from sibling tools like list_ or get_ tools and other report generators.

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?

Implies usage for time-bound aggregated reporting but does not explicitly state when to use this over generate_detailed_report or generate_weekly_report, nor provides exclusion criteria.

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