create_dither

SERVERAos SOURCE@hybridlabor-api/aos

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What create_dither does on Aos

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

RISK

Why create_dither is rated Medium

This tool creates new visual effects and components within a TouchDesigner project. While it modifies the project state by adding new elements, these changes are reversible (components can be deleted or modified), making it a Write operation rather than Destructive.

From the tool's definition The tool description states it 'Creates a new baseCOMP under' [truncated], indicating it creates/instantiates new visual components in a TouchDesigner project. The verb 'Build' and 'Creates' confirm generative intent.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs create_dither safely

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

create_dither Rate-limited

create_dither 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": {
    "create_dither": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_dither_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 Aos, apply this rule, and every create_dither call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about create_dither

What does the create_dither tool do? +

Build a retro dither effect: ordered Bayer (2×2/4×4/8×8), checker, noise, or single-pass error-diffusion — quantising to a 2/4/16-colour palette. Supports mono, duotone (Game-Boy-green default), or RGB quantisation mode. Creates a new baseCOMP under. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Aos MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on create_dither? +

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

What risk level is create_dither? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_dither? +

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

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

create_dither is provided by the Aos MCP server (@hybridlabor-api/aos). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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