switch_reference_image

Switch to specific reference image

SERVERCocos SOURCEcaravanglory/cocos-mcp-server

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

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WHAT IT DOES

What switch_reference_image does on Cocos

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

RISK

Why switch_reference_image is rated Medium

This tool modifies the editor's working state by changing the active reference image, which is a reversible operation. It does not execute code, delete data irreversibly, or access external financial systems. It fits the Write category as it changes editor configuration/state.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'switch_reference_image' and description 'Switch to specific reference image' indicate modifying editor state by changing which reference image is active/displayed in the Cocos Creator editor.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs switch_reference_image safely

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

switch_reference_image Rate-limited

switch_reference_image 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": {
    "switch_reference_image": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "switch_reference_image_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 Cocos, apply this rule, and every switch_reference_image call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about switch_reference_image

What does the switch_reference_image tool do? +

Switch to specific reference image. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Cocos MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on switch_reference_image? +

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

What risk level is switch_reference_image? +

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

Can I rate-limit switch_reference_image? +

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

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

switch_reference_image is provided by the Cocos MCP server (caravanglory/cocos-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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