Should the agent check for hidden dependencies before recommending a tool?

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Summary

A discussion on whether AI agents should proactively check and disclose hidden dependencies or prerequisites before recommending a tool, as many tools require complex setups to appear simple.

A tool may seem great, but for it to be used properly, it might require another system, administrative privileges, clean data, or some technical configurations. Should the agents disclose these hidden prerequisites in advance? Many "simple" tools only appear simple after completing complex setups.
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