SpotifySearch

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

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions searching but doesn't cover critical aspects like authentication needs, rate limits, response format, or error handling. This is a significant gap for a tool that interacts with an external API like Spotify.

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, efficient sentence that directly states the tool's function without unnecessary words. It's front-loaded and easy to parse, making it highly concise and well-structured for quick understanding.

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 lack of annotations and output schema, the description is incomplete. It doesn't address behavioral traits like API constraints, authentication, or response format, which are crucial for a search tool interacting with Spotify's API. This leaves gaps in understanding how to effectively use the tool.

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 input schema has 100% description coverage, clearly documenting all three parameters (query, qtype, limit) with their purposes and defaults. The description adds no additional parameter semantics beyond what's in the schema, so it meets the baseline for adequate but not enhanced documentation.

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 action ('Search for') and resources ('tracks, albums, artists, or playlists on Spotify'), making the purpose immediately understandable. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like SpotifyGetInfo or SpotifyPlaylist, which might also involve searching or retrieving content.

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 like SpotifyGetInfo or SpotifyPlaylist. It lacks context about specific use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer usage based on the general search functionality.

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