create_list_in_folder · ClickUp MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What create_list_in_folder does on ClickUp MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why create_list_in_folder needs a policy

This tool creates new data (a list) within an existing folder structure. Creation is a reversible operation (lists can be deleted), so it falls under Write rather than Destructive or Execute. The severity is medium because creating lists could clutter a workspace or be used to add unauthorized organizational elements, but the impact is contained to organizational metadata and reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name is 'create_list_in_folder' and description states 'Create a list in a folder' — this creates a new organizational structure within ClickUp that is reversible through deletion.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

Recommended rule Ready

Verdict

create_list_in_folder Rate-limited

create_list_in_folder 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": {
    "create_list_in_folder": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "create_list_in_folder_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL →

Instant setup, no code required.

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

FAQ

Questions about create_list_in_folder

What does the create_list_in_folder tool do? +

Create a list in a folder. It is categorised as a Write tool in the ClickUp 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 create_list_in_folder? +

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

What risk level is create_list_in_folder? +

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

Can I rate-limit create_list_in_folder? +

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

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

create_list_in_folder is provided by the ClickUp MCP Server MCP server (smeric28/clickup-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.