get_time_by_ipGet the current date and time for the timezone of an IP address (resolved via ip-api.com → timeapi.io).
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| ip | Yes | IPv4 or IPv6 address to look up |
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| datetime | Yes | ISO 8601 datetime in the IP's timezone | |
| timezone | Yes | IANA timezone name for the IP geolocation | |
| utc_offset | Yes | UTC offset in ±HH:MM format |
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Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
Annotations already declare readOnly and idempotent behavior. The description adds the external resolution chain (ip-api.com → timeapi.io), which is useful behavioral context beyond annotations, indicating dependency on external services. No contradiction with 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?
The description is a single, well-structured sentence that introduces the action and method without extraneous words. It front-loads the core purpose and efficiently communicates the essential information.
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 low complexity (single parameter) and the presence of an output schema, the description is complete. It explains the external resolution chain, which is sufficient for an agent to understand dependencies and 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?
Schema coverage is 100%, with the description of the 'ip' parameter fully specifying IPv4/IPv6. The description adds no additional semantic meaning beyond the schema, so baseline 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 tool's function: retrieving current date/time for an IP's timezone. It distinguishes from sibling get_time_by_timezone by explicitly referencing IP address as the input. The verb 'Get' is specific and the resource is clearly defined.
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 when to use the tool (when you have an IP address) but does not explicitly mention alternatives or exclusions. It provides clear context that the tool resolves time via IP, so agents can infer its appropriate use. However, no explicit 'use X instead' guidance is provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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Many tools have overlapping purposes, especially the multiple 'ask_pipeworx' variants and several Polymarket utilities. The server mixes a few timezone tools with a large collection of unrelated data lookup and analysis tools, making it hard for an agent to distinguish which tool to use for a given task.
While all tool names use snake_case, the verbs are highly inconsistent (e.g., 'ask_pipeworx', 'convert_time', 'discover_tools', 'validate_claim'). There is no clear pattern or predictable naming convention across the set.
The server name 'timezone' suggests a narrow domain, but it contains 35 tools, the vast majority of which are unrelated to timezones. This is far too many for the implied scope, and the server seems to be a dumping ground for various services.
For a timezone server, only 4 tools (convert_time, get_time_by_ip, get_time_by_timezone, list_timezones) are relevant. Critical timezone functionality like time zone conversions with arbitrary offsets, DST handling, or time zone by coordinates is missing. The remaining tools are completely unrelated to the server's stated purpose.