set_padding · Cursor Talk to Figma MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_padding does on Cursor Talk to Figma MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_padding needs a policy

This tool modifies existing design properties in Figma by adjusting padding values on auto-layout frames. It creates a side effect (the design changes) but the modification is reversible, distinguishing it from destructive operations. It does not delete, execute code, or commit financial obligations, making Write the appropriate category.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'set_padding' and description 'Set padding values for an auto-layout frame in Figma' indicate modification of design properties.

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Verdict

set_padding Rate-limited

set_padding 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_padding": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_padding_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 Cursor Talk to Figma MCP, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_padding

What does the set_padding tool do? +

Set padding values for an auto-layout frame in Figma. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Cursor Talk to Figma MCP 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_padding? +

Register the Cursor Talk to Figma MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_padding: 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 Cursor Talk to Figma MCP. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_padding? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_padding? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_padding 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_padding completely? +

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

set_padding is provided by the Cursor Talk to Figma MCP server (paragdesai1/parag-figma-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.