resolve_export_layout_preset · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_export_layout_preset does on Resolve

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why resolve_export_layout_preset needs a policy

This tool exports layout preset data to a file for sharing purposes. This is a write operation that creates or modifies files in a reversible manner—exported files can be deleted or re-exported. It has no destructive capability (irreversible deletion), does not execute arbitrary code or commands, involves no financial transactions, and does not trigger uncontrolled external operations.

From the tool's definition Tool description states "Export a layout preset to a file", which creates/generates a file output. The name contains "export", indicating data writing/creation rather than deletion or code execution.

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Verdict

resolve_export_layout_preset Rate-limited

resolve_export_layout_preset 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": {
    "resolve_export_layout_preset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_export_layout_preset_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_export_layout_preset

What does the resolve_export_layout_preset tool do? +

Export a layout preset to a file for sharing across workstations. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Resolve MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on resolve_export_layout_preset? +

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

What risk level is resolve_export_layout_preset? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_export_layout_preset? +

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

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

resolve_export_layout_preset is provided by the Resolve MCP server (jenkinsm13/resolve-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.