gdrive_create_folder · MCP Google Drive Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What gdrive_create_folder does on MCP Google Drive Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why gdrive_create_folder needs a policy

Creating a folder is a Write operation—it creates new data reversibly. The folder can be deleted if needed, so it's not Destructive. The blast radius is low since creating folders has minimal impact on existing data or system integrity. Confidence is high because the name and description are explicit and unambiguous.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'gdrive_create_folder' and description 'Create a new folder in Google Drive' indicate a create operation that adds a new resource to Google Drive.

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Verdict

gdrive_create_folder Rate-limited

gdrive_create_folder 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": {
    "gdrive_create_folder": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "gdrive_create_folder_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about gdrive_create_folder

What does the gdrive_create_folder tool do? +

Create a new folder in Google Drive. It is categorised as a Write tool in the MCP Google Drive Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on gdrive_create_folder? +

Register the MCP Google Drive Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for gdrive_create_folder: 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 Google Drive Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is gdrive_create_folder? +

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

Can I rate-limit gdrive_create_folder? +

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

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

gdrive_create_folder is provided by the MCP Google Drive Server MCP server (mrbit-dev/mcp-google-driver). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.