avanan_get_daily_usage

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

With no annotations, the description carries full burden. It discloses that the tool retrieves daily usage across all tenants for a specific date, but does not mention rate limits, authentication requirements, data freshness, or response format. The behavior is straightforward, so it is adequate but not detailed.

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 sentence is very concise and front-loaded with key action and scope. Loses one point for not using structured formatting like bullets, but the content is efficient and clear.

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?

No output schema exists, so description should hint at return values. It does not describe what 'daily usage details' includes. Parameters are simple, and the tool is for a specific date, but completeness could be improved by mentioning output structure or limitations.

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?

Input schema has 100% coverage with basic descriptions for year, month, day. The description adds that these specify a date, but does not provide additional constraints or formatting beyond schema. Baseline score of 3 is appropriate.

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 verb 'Get' and the resource 'daily usage details' with scope 'across all customer tenants' and specific date parameters. It effectively distinguishes from the sibling tool 'avanan_get_monthly_usage' by focusing on daily granularity.

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 retrieving daily aggregated usage, but does not provide explicit guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives like 'avanan_get_monthly_usage'. No exclusions or prerequisites are mentioned.

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