Venice Music Cost Quote

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

Discloses that no authentication is required, a key behavioral trait since no annotations are provided. The description implies read-only cost estimation, which is sufficient for a quote tool. Could expand on idempotency 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?

Two concise sentences with front-loaded purpose. Every word adds value, no redundancy or filler.

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 tool's simplicity (3 scalar params, no output schema), the description provides essential context: purpose, timing, auth. Missing return format details, but overall complete enough for safe invocation.

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 67% (model and character_count have descriptions, duration_seconds lacks one). The description adds no parameter details beyond the schema, so baseline score of 3 applies. Duration_seconds parameter remains undocumented in description.

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 tool retrieves a price quote before queuing music generation. It uses specific verb ('Get a price quote') and resource ('music generation BEFORE queuing'), distinguishing it from generation tools and other quote tools like venice_video_quote.

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?

Explicitly states 'BEFORE queuing' and 'Useful for budgeting,' providing clear context for when to use the tool. However, it does not mention alternatives or when not to use it, which would improve guidance.

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