resolve_import_layout_preset · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_import_layout_preset does on Resolve

AI agents use resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset needs a policy

Importing a layout preset creates or modifies application configuration/state in a reversible manner. While it changes the current workspace layout, this is not destructive (can be undone/reverted), not financial, not inherently executable of arbitrary code, and has effects beyond simple data retrieval. Classified as Write due to modification of application settings with reversible consequences.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_import_layout_preset' and description 'Import a layout preset from file' indicate loading and applying a layout configuration to DaVinci Resolve, which modifies the application state and user preferences.

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Verdict

resolve_import_layout_preset Rate-limited

resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_import_layout_preset_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_import_layout_preset

What does the resolve_import_layout_preset tool do? +

Import a layout preset from file. 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_import_layout_preset? +

Register the Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset? +

resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for resolve_import_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_import_layout_preset? +

resolve_import_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.