canvas_layer_set_order

A write tool on the Godot MCP server.

SERVERGodot SOURCEchanceflow/godot-mcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/chanceflow-godot-mcp/canvas-layer-set-order.md

WHAT IT DOES

What canvas_layer_set_order does on Godot

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

RISK

Why canvas_layer_set_order is rated Medium

This tool modifies canvas layer ordering, which changes the visual rendering hierarchy in a Godot scene. This is a Write operation—it creates or modifies data reversibly (canvas layer order can be changed again). It is not Destructive because reordering is not irreversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'canvas_layer_set_order' indicates modification of canvas layer ordering/properties in Godot editor. Sibling tools like 'animation_set_keyframe', 'audio_configure_bus', and 'autoload_add' are all Write operations that modify engine state.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs canvas_layer_set_order safely

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

canvas_layer_set_order Rate-limited

canvas_layer_set_order 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": {
    "canvas_layer_set_order": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "canvas_layer_set_order_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 Godot, apply this rule, and every canvas_layer_set_order call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about canvas_layer_set_order

What does the canvas_layer_set_order tool do? +

canvas_layer_set_order is a write tool on the Godot MCP server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Godot MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on canvas_layer_set_order? +

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

What risk level is canvas_layer_set_order? +

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

Can I rate-limit canvas_layer_set_order? +

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

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

canvas_layer_set_order is provided by the Godot MCP server (chanceflow/godot-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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