smartling_add_files_to_job · Smartling MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What smartling_add_files_to_job does on Smartling MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why smartling_add_files_to_job needs a policy

This tool modifies an existing job by appending files to it. This is a Write operation because it creates a new association between files and a job, altering the job's configuration and contents.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'smartling_add_files_to_job' and description 'Add files to an existing job' indicate a create/modify operation that adds files to a translation job, reversibly modifying the job's state and contents.

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Verdict

smartling_add_files_to_job Rate-limited

smartling_add_files_to_job 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": {
    "smartling_add_files_to_job": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "smartling_add_files_to_job_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about smartling_add_files_to_job

What does the smartling_add_files_to_job tool do? +

Add files to an existing job. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Smartling 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 smartling_add_files_to_job? +

Register the Smartling MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for smartling_add_files_to_job: 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 Smartling MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is smartling_add_files_to_job? +

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

Can I rate-limit smartling_add_files_to_job? +

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

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

smartling_add_files_to_job is provided by the Smartling MCP Server MCP server (jacobolevy/smartling-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.