ae_duplicate_layer

Create a duplicate of an existing layer with optional custom name

SERVERAe SOURCEae-mcp-server

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What ae_duplicate_layer does on Ae

AI agents use ae_duplicate_layer to create or update resources in Ae, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Ae environment.

RISK

Why ae_duplicate_layer is rated Medium

This tool creates (duplicates) a layer, which is a reversible modification to project state. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete data irreversibly, or move money. The 'optional custom name' parameter allows customization but remains a write operation.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'ae_duplicate_layer' and description 'Create a duplicate of an existing layer with optional custom name' indicate creation of a new layer object within an After Effects project.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs ae_duplicate_layer safely

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

ae_duplicate_layer Rate-limited

ae_duplicate_layer 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": {
    "ae_duplicate_layer": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "ae_duplicate_layer_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 Ae, apply this rule, and every ae_duplicate_layer call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about ae_duplicate_layer

What does the ae_duplicate_layer tool do? +

Create a duplicate of an existing layer with optional custom name. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Ae MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on ae_duplicate_layer? +

Register the Ae MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for ae_duplicate_layer: 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 Ae. Nothing to install.

What risk level is ae_duplicate_layer? +

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

Can I rate-limit ae_duplicate_layer? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the ae_duplicate_layer 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 ae_duplicate_layer completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for ae_duplicate_layer. 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 ae_duplicate_layer? +

ae_duplicate_layer is provided by the Ae MCP server (ae-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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