get_activities_by_date_range

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

No annotations are provided, so the description bears full responsibility. It only states the basic function without disclosing permissions, side effects, ordering, pagination, or any other behavioral traits beyond what is obvious from the name.

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 concise docstring with clear sections (Args, Returns). Every sentence is necessary and no words are wasted. It is appropriately sized for the tool's complexity.

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 an output schema exists, the description need not fully detail return values, but it only says 'Dictionary containing activities data,' which is vague. For a tool with 3 parameters and no nested objects, this is adequate but could provide more context about the results.

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 description coverage is 0%, but the description's docstring explains each parameter: start_date and end_date in ISO YYYY-MM-DD format, and limit with default 30. This adds significant meaning beyond the schema's empty descriptions.

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 'Get activities within a specific date range,' which specifies the verb (get), resource (activities), and scope (date range). It distinguishes from sibling tools like 'get_activities' (likely without date range) and 'get_activity_by_id'.

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?

No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'get_activities' or 'get_recent_activities.' The description implies usage for date range queries but provides no exclusions or context for decision-making.

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