admin_get_seats

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

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden. It explains what a seat is and lists seat types, which adds context, but it does not explicitly state read-only behavior, return format, or authentication requirements. The verb 'Get' implies a read operation, mitigating the gap.

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 two sentences, front-loaded with the core action, and every sentence adds value. The seat type clarification is concise and directly relevant.

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?

For a simple 0-parameter read operation, the description provides sufficient context on what seats are and their types. No output schema exists, so return format is not specified, but the tool's action and scope are clear enough for an agent to invoke correctly.

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 tool has zero parameters and the schema is empty with 100% coverage, so the baseline is 4. The description adds meaning about seats and their types, though no parameter details are needed or provided.

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 uses a specific verb and resource: 'Get active subscription seats' clearly states the action and object. It distinguishes this tool from siblings like admin_set_seats and admin_get_accounts by focusing on seats, and it adds valuable detail about seat types.

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 reading subscription seats but does not explicitly state when to use it versus alternatives like admin_set_seats or admin_get_subscription_status. No exclusions or alternative guidance are provided; context is clear but not explicit.

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