pptx_add_section_divider · Pptx MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What pptx_add_section_divider does on Pptx

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why pptx_add_section_divider needs a policy

This tool creates new slide content within a PPTX file, which is a reversible modification operation. While it adds content to a presentation, the changes can be undone (deleted, modified) and do not irreversibly destroy data. The auto-render PNG preview is a side effect that doesn't change the classification.

From the tool's definition Tool description states it can "Add a section divider slide" which modifies a PowerPoint presentation by adding new content.

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Verdict

pptx_add_section_divider Rate-limited

pptx_add_section_divider 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": {
    "pptx_add_section_divider": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "pptx_add_section_divider_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Pptx, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about pptx_add_section_divider

What does the pptx_add_section_divider tool do? +

Add a section divider slide with dark background, centered title, and accent stripes. Auto-renders a preview PNG ONLY when PPTX_MCP_AUTO_RENDER=1. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Pptx MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on pptx_add_section_divider? +

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

What risk level is pptx_add_section_divider? +

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

Can I rate-limit pptx_add_section_divider? +

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

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

pptx_add_section_divider is provided by the Pptx MCP server (knorq-ai/pptx-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.