format_table · LLM2Docs (Unofficial) MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What format_table does on LLM2Docs (Unofficial)

AI agents use format_table to create or update resources in LLM2Docs (Unofficial) — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your LLM2Docs (Unofficial) environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why format_table needs a policy

This tool modifies table formatting properties (borders, colors, alignment) in a Google Doc. These changes are reversible (can be reformatted or undone) and do not delete data or execute arbitrary code, placing it in the Write category. Severity is medium because formatting changes are less critical than structural data loss, but repeated misuse could degrade document usability.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Apply advanced formatting to tables (borders, colors, alignment)' — modifies document formatting. Sibling tools like 'apply_font_formatting', 'apply_heading' are reversible modifications, consistent with Write category.

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Verdict

format_table Rate-limited

format_table 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": {
    "format_table": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "format_table_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 LLM2Docs (Unofficial), so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about format_table

What does the format_table tool do? +

Apply advanced formatting to tables (borders, colors, alignment). It is categorised as a Write tool in the LLM2Docs (Unofficial) MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on format_table? +

Register the LLM2Docs (Unofficial) MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for format_table: 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 LLM2Docs (Unofficial). Nothing to install.

What risk level is format_table? +

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

Can I rate-limit format_table? +

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

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

format_table is provided by the LLM2Docs (Unofficial) MCP server (nomannayeem/google-docs-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.