capture_multi_state_gui_config · Qontinui MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What capture_multi_state_gui_config does on Qontinui MCP Server

AI agents invoke capture_multi_state_gui_config to trigger actions in Qontinui MCP Server. What it does depends on the arguments the agent supplies, and its effects often reach beyond the immediate call — builds kicked off, notifications sent, workflows started.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why capture_multi_state_gui_config needs a policy

This tool actively captures multi-state GUI configurations, which involves executing automation interactions across the GUI environment (multiple displays/states). It goes beyond passive reading by triggering state transitions and automation sequences, placing it in the Execute category. Misuse could disrupt running applications or automation workflows across multiple displays, warranting high severity.

From the tool's definition 'Capture a complete multi-state GUI automation config in one call' — performs GUI automation capture across multiple states, triggering active interaction with the display/GUI environment

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Verdict

capture_multi_state_gui_config Rate-limited

capture_multi_state_gui_config stays usable, but rate-capped — a runaway agent can't fire it dozens of times a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "capture_multi_state_gui_config": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "capture_multi_state_gui_config_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 10,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches Qontinui MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about capture_multi_state_gui_config

What does the capture_multi_state_gui_config tool do? +

Capture a complete multi-state GUI automation config in one call. It is categorised as a Execute tool in the Qontinui MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can trigger actions or run processes. Use rate limits and argument validation.

How do I enforce a policy on capture_multi_state_gui_config? +

Register the Qontinui MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for capture_multi_state_gui_config: 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 Qontinui MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is capture_multi_state_gui_config? +

capture_multi_state_gui_config is a Execute tool with high risk. Execute tools should be rate-limited and have argument validation enabled.

Can I rate-limit capture_multi_state_gui_config? +

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

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

capture_multi_state_gui_config is provided by the Qontinui MCP Server MCP server (qontinui/qontinui-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.