ae_set_effect_parameters

Modify parameters of existing effects for fine-tuning and animation

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_set_effect_parameters does on Ae

AI agents use ae_set_effect_parameters 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_set_effect_parameters is rated Medium

This tool modifies effect parameters, which is a reversible write operation. Changes to effect settings can be undone or adjusted without destroying data or executing arbitrary code. While it operates within a professional motion graphics tool, the scope is limited to tuning existing effects rather than executing arbitrary scripts or destructively deleting content.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Modify parameters of existing effects for fine-tuning and animation' - the verb 'modify' indicates reversible changes to effect settings within After Effects.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs ae_set_effect_parameters 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_set_effect_parameters, this is the rule to start with:

ae_set_effect_parameters Rate-limited

ae_set_effect_parameters 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_set_effect_parameters": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "ae_set_effect_parameters_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_set_effect_parameters call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about ae_set_effect_parameters

What does the ae_set_effect_parameters tool do? +

Modify parameters of existing effects for fine-tuning and animation. 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_set_effect_parameters? +

Register the Ae MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for ae_set_effect_parameters: 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_set_effect_parameters? +

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

Can I rate-limit ae_set_effect_parameters? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the ae_set_effect_parameters 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_set_effect_parameters completely? +

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

ae_set_effect_parameters 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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