copyFile

Creates a copy of a file or document in Google Drive. Returns the new copy

SERVERClaude MCP x Google Docs SOURCEa-bonus/google-docs-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What copyFile does on Claude MCP x Google Docs

AI agents use copyFile to create or update resources in Claude MCP x Google Docs, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Claude MCP x Google Docs environment.

RISK

Why copyFile is rated Medium

This tool creates a new document copy in Google Drive, which is a write operation that modifies the state of the file system by adding a new resource. While reversible (unlike Destructive actions), it represents a creational side effect. Severity is medium because an agent could spam copies or clutter a user's Drive, but the impact is limited to storage/organization rather than data loss or financial harm.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'copyFile' and description 'Creates a copy of a file or document in Google Drive' indicates creation of new data/resources. The operation is reversible (the copy can be deleted).

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs copyFile safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Claude MCP x Google Docs, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For copyFile, this is the rule to start with:

copyFile Rate-limited

copyFile stays usable, but capped: an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "copyFile": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "copyfile_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Claude MCP x Google Docs, apply this rule, and every copyFile call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about copyFile

What does the copyFile tool do? +

Creates a copy of a file or document in Google Drive. Returns the new copy. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Claude MCP x Google Docs MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on copyFile? +

Register the Claude MCP x Google Docs MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for copyFile: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Claude MCP x Google Docs. Nothing to install.

What risk level is copyFile? +

copyFile is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit copyFile? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the copyFile rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block copyFile completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for copyFile. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides copyFile? +

copyFile is provided by the Claude MCP x Google Docs MCP server (a-bonus/google-docs-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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