lib_add_footprint_tracks

A write tool on the Eda Agent MCP server.

SERVEREda Agent SOURCEsalitronic/eda-agent

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/eda-agent/lib-add-footprint-tracks.md

WHAT IT DOES

What lib_add_footprint_tracks does on Eda Agent

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

RISK

Why lib_add_footprint_tracks is rated Medium

The tool appears to add tracks (copper traces) to a footprint library element, which is a Write operation—it creates or modifies design data but is reversible (tracks can be removed or edited). Although the description is empty, the name strongly indicates data modification rather than deletion, execution, or financial impact.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'lib_add_footprint_tracks' indicates creation/modification of footprint library components. The 'add' verb and 'tracks' component (PCB routing elements) suggest reversible creation of design data.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs lib_add_footprint_tracks safely

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

lib_add_footprint_tracks Rate-limited

lib_add_footprint_tracks 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": {
    "lib_add_footprint_tracks": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "lib_add_footprint_tracks_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 Eda Agent, apply this rule, and every lib_add_footprint_tracks call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about lib_add_footprint_tracks

What does the lib_add_footprint_tracks tool do? +

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

How do I enforce a policy on lib_add_footprint_tracks? +

Register the Eda Agent MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for lib_add_footprint_tracks: 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 Eda Agent. Nothing to install.

What risk level is lib_add_footprint_tracks? +

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

Can I rate-limit lib_add_footprint_tracks? +

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

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

lib_add_footprint_tracks is provided by the Eda Agent MCP server (salitronic/eda-agent). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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