set_layout_sizing · Talk to Figma MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What set_layout_sizing does on Talk to Figma MCP

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_layout_sizing needs a policy

set_layout_sizing alters frame properties in a way that can be undone (via Figma's undo/version history system), making it Write rather than Destructive. The blast radius is medium because incorrect sizing changes could break layouts across designs, but the change is reversible and localized to a specific frame's auto-layout configuration.

From the tool's definition Tool modifies layout sizing properties of Figma frames ('Set horizontal and vertical sizing modes'), which creates reversible changes to design elements. Figma automatically maintains version history for such modifications.

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Verdict

set_layout_sizing Rate-limited

set_layout_sizing 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_layout_sizing": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_layout_sizing_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about set_layout_sizing

What does the set_layout_sizing tool do? +

Set horizontal and vertical sizing modes for an auto-layout frame in Figma. It is categorised as a Write tool in the 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_layout_sizing? +

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

What risk level is set_layout_sizing? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_layout_sizing? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_layout_sizing 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_layout_sizing completely? +

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

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