set_template_custom_properties

WHAT IT DOES

What set_template_custom_properties does on Solidworks

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why set_template_custom_properties needs a policy

This tool modifies template configuration and custom properties, which are data that can be changed but are reversible. It does not delete data (not Destructive), does not execute arbitrary code or trigger external side effects beyond property updates (not Execute), and does not involve financial transactions (not Financial). The Write category applies because it creates or modifies data in a structured way.

From the tool's definition Tool description states 'Set custom properties in the drawing template' which performs modification operations on template configuration. The tool acts on drawing templates and their properties, creating or updating metadata for view positions and settings.

Attacks that exploit this kind of access

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Verdict

set_template_custom_properties Rate-limited

set_template_custom_properties 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_template_custom_properties": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "set_template_custom_properties_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 Solidworks, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about set_template_custom_properties

What does the set_template_custom_properties tool do? +

Set custom properties in the drawing template for view positions and other settings. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Solidworks 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_template_custom_properties? +

Register the Solidworks MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for set_template_custom_properties: 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 Solidworks. Nothing to install.

What risk level is set_template_custom_properties? +

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

Can I rate-limit set_template_custom_properties? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the set_template_custom_properties 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_template_custom_properties completely? +

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

set_template_custom_properties is provided by the Solidworks MCP server (solidworks-mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.