format_document_text · Google Workspace MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What format_document_text does on Google Workspace MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why format_document_text needs a policy

This tool modifies existing document content by applying text formatting attributes. It creates reversible changes to document styling without deleting data, making it a Write operation. Misuse could alter document appearance at scale but changes are generally reversible.

From the tool's definition Apply formatting to text in a document (bold, italic, fontSize, colors)

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Verdict

format_document_text Rate-limited

format_document_text 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_document_text": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "format_document_text_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 Google Workspace MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about format_document_text

What does the format_document_text tool do? +

Apply formatting to text in a document (bold, italic, fontSize, colors). It is categorised as a Write tool in the Google Workspace MCP 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 format_document_text? +

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

What risk level is format_document_text? +

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

Can I rate-limit format_document_text? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the format_document_text 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_document_text completely? +

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

format_document_text is provided by the Google Workspace MCP Server MCP server (pbulbule13/google-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.