list_pages

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

Despite having no annotations, the description fails to disclose any behavioral traits such as being read-only, having side effects, or requiring authentication. The agent gets no safety context beyond the verb 'list.'

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, succinct clause with no extraneous words. It is front-loaded and perfectly concise for the tool's simplicity.

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 absence of an output schema and annotations, the description lacks information about return format, whether all pages are listed, or any ordering. This is insufficient for full autonomous use.

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?

With zero parameters and schema coverage at 100%, the description adds value by specifying the resource ('Cosense pages') and scope ('in the project'), which is not captured by the empty input schema.

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 lists Cosense pages in a project, using a specific verb and resource. It differentiates from siblings like get_page (single page) and search_pages (filtered). However, it does not specify if it returns all pages or just a subset, lacking slight scope detail.

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 get_page, insert_lines, or search_pages. The agent must infer context from the name alone.

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