set_document_margins · Google Connections MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_document_margins does on Google Connections

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_document_margins needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies document properties reversibly. While it changes document state, the modification is not destructive (margins can be reset), and it does not execute arbitrary code or cause financial impact. It aligns with the Write category.

From the tool's definition set_document_margins modifies document formatting (page margins) in Google Docs, which is reversible and constitutes a Write operation. The tool alters the document structure without destroying data.

Risk signalsBulk/mass operation — affects multiple targets

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

set_document_margins Rate-limited

set_document_margins 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": {
    "set_document_margins": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_document_margins_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about set_document_margins

What does the set_document_margins tool do? +

Set page margins for the entire document. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Google Connections MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on set_document_margins? +

Register the Google Connections MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_document_margins: 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 Google Connections. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_document_margins? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_document_margins? +

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

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

set_document_margins is provided by the Google Connections MCP server (michaelzrork/google-connections-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.