attach_docs_as_assets

Copy documentation files into a package and register them in its manifest

SERVERtdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server SOURCE@dpantani/tdmcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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WHAT IT DOES

What attach_docs_as_assets does on tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server

AI agents use attach_docs_as_assets to create or update resources in tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server environment.

RISK

Why attach_docs_as_assets is rated Medium

The tool performs reversible write operations: copying documentation files into a package and updating the manifest. These changes can be undone (files can be removed, manifest reverted). While it modifies package state, it does not execute arbitrary code, delete data irreversibly, or trigger external systems.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Copy documentation files into a package and register them in its manifest' — this creates and modifies package contents and metadata.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs attach_docs_as_assets safely

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

attach_docs_as_assets Rate-limited

attach_docs_as_assets 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": {
    "attach_docs_as_assets": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "attach_docs_as_assets_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 tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server, apply this rule, and every attach_docs_as_assets call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about attach_docs_as_assets

What does the attach_docs_as_assets tool do? +

Copy documentation files into a package and register them in its manifest. It is categorised as a Write tool in the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on attach_docs_as_assets? +

Register the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for attach_docs_as_assets: 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 tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is attach_docs_as_assets? +

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

Can I rate-limit attach_docs_as_assets? +

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

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

attach_docs_as_assets is provided by the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP server (@dpantani/tdmcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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