bcn_cercar_datasets

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

With no annotations, the description fails to disclose behavioral traits such as read-only nature, rate limits, or side effects. It only describes the search behavior implicitly, lacking explicit guarantees.

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 concise with two sentences, efficiently stating the purpose and providing a bulleted list of content areas. No unnecessary words, though a more structured format (e.g., using bullet points) could improve readability.

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?

The description is adequate for a search tool given the presence of an output schema, but it lacks hints about pagination behavior, result limits, or how to interpret the output. The description covers scope but not operational details.

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 meaningful context beyond the schema by listing example queries and dataset categories. Schema coverage is 100%, but the description enhances understanding with specific use examples (e.g., 'pressupost', 'seguretat').

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 searches datasets in Barcelona's open data portal, listing example content areas. It distinguishes from siblings like bcn_detall_dataset (detail) and bcn_obtenir_dades (data retrieval) by name and context, though not explicitly.

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 is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives like cercar_contractes or datosgob_cercar_datasets. The description only states what it does, not when to choose it.

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