insert_bullet_list · Google Workspace MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What insert_bullet_list does on Google Workspace MCP Server

AI agents use insert_bullet_list 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 insert_bullet_list needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies document content reversibly. Users can undo insertions, edit bullet lists, or delete them. It does not retrieve data (Read), execute arbitrary code (Execute), permanently delete content (Destructive), or involve financial transactions (Financial).

From the tool's definition Tool description states it will 'Insert a bullet list into a document', which modifies document content. The verb 'insert' combined with document modification context indicates data creation/modification without deletion or irreversible effects.

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Verdict

insert_bullet_list Rate-limited

insert_bullet_list 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": {
    "insert_bullet_list": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "insert_bullet_list_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 insert_bullet_list

What does the insert_bullet_list tool do? +

Insert a bullet list into a document. 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 insert_bullet_list? +

Register the Google Workspace MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for insert_bullet_list: 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 insert_bullet_list? +

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

Can I rate-limit insert_bullet_list? +

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

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

insert_bullet_list 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.