keynote_set_element_position · Keynote MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What keynote_set_element_position does on Keynote

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why keynote_set_element_position needs a policy

This tool modifies slide layout by repositioning elements, which is a reversible change to presentation structure. While it alters the presentation, it does not delete content, execute code, or create permanent effects. It falls under Write category as it updates object properties.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'keynote_set_element_position' and description 'Move an element to a new position on the slide' indicate modification of existing slide element properties without deletion or irreversible data loss.

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Verdict

keynote_set_element_position Rate-limited

keynote_set_element_position 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": {
    "keynote_set_element_position": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "keynote_set_element_position_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about keynote_set_element_position

What does the keynote_set_element_position tool do? +

Move an element to a new position on the slide. Coordinates are in points from the top-left corner. Keynote standard slide is 1920×1080 pts. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Keynote MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on keynote_set_element_position? +

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

What risk level is keynote_set_element_position? +

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

Can I rate-limit keynote_set_element_position? +

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

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

keynote_set_element_position is provided by the Keynote MCP server (tszaks/keynote-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.