layer_add

A write tool on the Mcp Anything MCP server.

SERVERMcp Anything SOURCEZaymadkid/mcp-anything

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

Registry record Grade F, identity unverified Pull the record →

This record as markdown: /tools/mcp-anything/layer-add.md

WHAT IT DOES

What layer_add does on Mcp Anything

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

RISK

Why layer_add is rated Medium

The tool name 'layer_add' suggests adding a layer to a document, animation, or design project—a classic Write operation that creates or modifies data reversibly. Context from sibling tools (animation_*, camera_*, build_*) indicates this is likely a design/animation/build automation tool where layers are manageable resources.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'layer_add' indicates creation of a new layer, a reversible modification common in design/animation software. Description is empty, limiting confidence.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs layer_add safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and Mcp Anything, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For layer_add, this is the rule to start with:

layer_add Rate-limited

layer_add 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": {
    "layer_add": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "layer_add_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect Mcp Anything, apply this rule, and every layer_add call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about layer_add

What does the layer_add tool do? +

layer_add is a write tool on the Mcp Anything MCP server. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Mcp Anything MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on layer_add? +

Register the Mcp Anything MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for layer_add: 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 Mcp Anything. Nothing to install.

What risk level is layer_add? +

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

Can I rate-limit layer_add? +

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

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

layer_add is provided by the Mcp Anything MCP server (Zaymadkid/mcp-anything). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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