ae_get_layer_info

Retrieve detailed information about a layer including transform properties, timing, and status

SERVERAe SOURCEae-mcp-server

Low RISK CLASS

Category Read

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Allowedsee the rule below

Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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WHAT IT DOES

What ae_get_layer_info does on Ae

AI agents call ae_get_layer_info to retrieve information from Ae without modifying anything. It is typically the context-gathering step in research, monitoring, and reporting workflows, before the agent takes action elsewhere.

RISK

Why ae_get_layer_info is rated Low

This tool queries and returns information about a layer in After Effects without modifying, deleting, or executing any operations. It is a straightforward read operation that retrieves existing data about layer properties and status. The low severity reflects minimal risk even if misused by an agent, as it only exposes read-only information.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'ae_get_layer_info' and description states 'Retrieve detailed information about a layer including transform properties, timing, and status' - the verb 'Retrieve' and context of querying layer metadata indicates data retrieval with no side effects.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs ae_get_layer_info 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_get_layer_info, this is the rule to start with:

ae_get_layer_info Allowed

ae_get_layer_info is read-only, so it stays allowed. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "ae_get_layer_info": {}
  }
}

ALLOW ONLY THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Ae, apply this rule, and every ae_get_layer_info call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about ae_get_layer_info

What does the ae_get_layer_info tool do? +

Retrieve detailed information about a layer including transform properties, timing, and status. It is categorised as a Read tool in the Ae MCP Server, which means it retrieves data without modifying state.

How do I enforce a policy on ae_get_layer_info? +

Register the Ae MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for ae_get_layer_info: 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_get_layer_info? +

ae_get_layer_info is a Read tool with low risk. Read-only tools are generally safe to allow by default.

Can I rate-limit ae_get_layer_info? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the ae_get_layer_info 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_get_layer_info completely? +

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

ae_get_layer_info 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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