anki_batch_add_notes · TalkToAnki MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What anki_batch_add_notes does on TalkToAnki

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why anki_batch_add_notes needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies Anki notes (flashcards) within decks. Creation of notes is reversible (can be deleted via anki_delete_notes), making it a Write rather than Destructive operation.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'anki_batch_add_notes' and description 'batch add cards to specified deck' indicate creation of multiple flashcard notes in Anki. The 'batch' qualifier and 'add' verb confirm this is a Write operation that creates new data reversibly.

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Verdict

anki_batch_add_notes Rate-limited

anki_batch_add_notes 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": {
    "anki_batch_add_notes": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "anki_batch_add_notes_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about anki_batch_add_notes

What does the anki_batch_add_notes tool do? +

批量添加卡片到指定卡组. It is categorised as a Write tool in the TalkToAnki MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on anki_batch_add_notes? +

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

What risk level is anki_batch_add_notes? +

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

Can I rate-limit anki_batch_add_notes? +

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

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

anki_batch_add_notes is provided by the TalkToAnki MCP server (muxuuu/talktoanki). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.