Clock

Fetch the current date and time from the user's system.

Updated Nov 30, 2025

Search Tags:#bash #fetch #time #date #system #timestamp #clock

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npx skills add https://github.com/marcopeg/diary --skill clock-marcopeg

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Skill: Clock
Source: https://github.com/marcopeg/diary/tree/main/.github/skills/clock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/marcopeg/diary --skill clock-marcopeg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Clock provides a simple way to obtain the exact current date and time from the user's system, enabling timestamped responses and logs.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fetch current date and time using the system clock.
Return a consistently formatted timestamp suitable for display, logging, or auditing.
Use Case: In chat workflows, quickly insert a real-time timestamp to mark events or messages.

Quick Start

Ask Clock to return the current date and time.

Frequently Asked Questions about Clock

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I get the current system timestamp in a chat workflow?▼

To get the current system timestamp in a chat workflow, you can fetch the exact date and time using the system clock. This provides a consistently formatted timestamp for marking events or messages in real-time.

What is the format of the date and time returned by the system clock?▼

The date and time returned by the system clock uses the format '+%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S'. This standardized timestamp format is suitable for display, logging, and auditing across sessions.

Can I use the bash date command to fetch real-time timestamps for logging?▼

Yes, you can use the bash date command to fetch real-time timestamps for logging. It retrieves the current date and time directly from your system to generate a formatted timestamp at runtime.

Does fetching the current date and time require any external dependencies?▼

Fetching the current date and time requires no external dependencies. It relies solely on the built-in bash date command to access your system clock and return the formatted timestamp.

What is the best way to insert a real-time timestamp into chat responses?▼

The best way to insert a real-time timestamp into chat responses is to fetch the current date and time from your system. This returns a consistently formatted timestamp suitable for display.