photoshop_move_layer_down · Photoshop MCP Windows-First MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What photoshop_move_layer_down does on Photoshop MCP Windows-First

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why photoshop_move_layer_down needs a policy

This operation modifies document state reversibly by reordering layers. It does not execute arbitrary code, delete content, or cause financial impact. While it changes the document, the change is undoable (consistent with Photoshop's undo system), placing it in the Write category rather than Destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Move the active layer down one position in the layer stack' — this modifies the layer order within a Photoshop document, changing the organizational structure of layers.

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Verdict

photoshop_move_layer_down Rate-limited

photoshop_move_layer_down 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": {
    "photoshop_move_layer_down": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "photoshop_move_layer_down_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about photoshop_move_layer_down

What does the photoshop_move_layer_down tool do? +

Move the active layer down one position in the layer stack. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Photoshop MCP Windows-First MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on photoshop_move_layer_down? +

Register the Photoshop MCP Windows-First MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for photoshop_move_layer_down: 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 Photoshop MCP Windows-First. Nothing to install.

What risk level is photoshop_move_layer_down? +

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

Can I rate-limit photoshop_move_layer_down? +

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

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

photoshop_move_layer_down is provided by the Photoshop MCP Windows-First MCP server (rookietopred02-gif/photoshop-mcp-windows-first). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.