zins_get_firewall_by_location

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

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint: true, so description doesn't need to restate that. It adds context that the data is grouped by location, but no disclosure of auth needs, rate limits, or other behavioral traits. Minimal beyond annotations.

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, zero filler, front-loaded with main purpose. Every word earns its place.

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 output schema exists and sibling tools are many, the description covers the core purpose but omits the time-range aspect (implied by parameters). Could briefly mention that analytics are based on start/end time to improve completeness.

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 coverage is 100%, so baseline is 3. The description does not add any meaning beyond what the schema provides (e.g., no mention of the time interval constraints or limit boundary). It neither enhances nor repeats parameter info.

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 provides Zero Trust Firewall traffic analytics grouped by location (office and branch). It uses a specific verb 'provides' and resource 'analytics', and distinguishes from siblings like 'zins_get_firewall_by_action' by specifying location grouping.

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 explicit guidance on when to use this tool vs alternatives like 'zins_get_web_traffic_by_location' or 'zins_get_firewall_by_action'. The location grouping is implied but no when-not-to-use or exclusions are mentioned.

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