resolve_set_render_mode · Resolve MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What resolve_set_render_mode does on Resolve

AI agents use resolve_set_render_mode 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_set_render_mode needs a policy

This tool modifies project render configuration settings, which is a reversible change that does not destroy data or execute arbitrary code. It alters how future renders will be processed (individual clips vs. single clip mode) but does not trigger rendering itself. This is a Write operation—configuration modification with side effects limited to subsequent render jobs.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'resolve_set_render_mode' and description 'Set the render mode' indicate modification of DaVinci Resolve project settings. The mode parameter (0 or 1) controls rendering behavior configuration.

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Verdict

resolve_set_render_mode Rate-limited

resolve_set_render_mode 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_set_render_mode": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "resolve_set_render_mode_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about resolve_set_render_mode

What does the resolve_set_render_mode tool do? +

Set the render mode. 0 = Individual Clips, 1 = Single Clip. 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_set_render_mode? +

Register the Resolve MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for resolve_set_render_mode: 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_set_render_mode? +

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

Can I rate-limit resolve_set_render_mode? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the resolve_set_render_mode 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_set_render_mode completely? +

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

resolve_set_render_mode 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.