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

No annotations provided; description only states it returns content with no side effects or behavioral details (e.g., read-only, no destruction). Lacks transparency on auth needs, rate limits, or prerequisites.

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 clear, front-loaded sentences with no fluff. Each sentence serves a distinct purpose: main function and template details.

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?

Adequate for a simple tool with output schema present, but misses usage context, behavioral details, and topic parameter meaning. Lacks completeness for a new user.

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 description adds value for the template parameter by listing allowed values and their meanings (article, twocolumn, report). However, the required topic parameter is not explained beyond its name, and schema coverage is 0%.

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 it returns a compile-ready LaTeX skeleton (Abstract..References) plus a BibTeX stub, with specific verb 'Return' and resource. It distinguishes from siblings like draft_outline by specifying LaTeX format.

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 implies usage for generating LaTeX skeletons with given templates but does not provide explicit when-to-use or exclusions vs. sibling tools like draft_outline or save_latex.

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