time

Read the OS clock and return the current time in ISO 8601 format.

7|1|Updated Mar 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/coolplayagent/relay-teams --skill time-coolplayagent
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Skill: time
Source: https://github.com/coolplayagent/relay-teams/tree/main/src/relay_teams/builtin/skills/time
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/coolplayagent/relay-teams --skill time-coolplayagent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Getting the current time is a common need in automation and logging to timestamp events, schedule tasks, and coordinate workflows without manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Timezone-aware timestamp: returns the current time with timezone information in ISO 8601 format.
  • Reliable timestamping: works across platforms and environments to provide a consistent timestamp for logs and events.
  • Use Case: automatically timestamp each step in a multi-step automation to maintain an accurate audit trail.

Quick Start

Return the current time in ISO 8601 format.

Frequently Asked Questions about time

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get the current time in ISO 8601 format for automation logging?

To get the current time in ISO 8601 format, this Skill reads the OS system clock and returns a timezone-aware timestamp string. It provides reliable timestamping for logging, scheduling, and event tagging across automation workflows.

Does this timestamping tool provide timezone information with the system clock output?

Yes, the timestamping tool provides timezone information alongside the system clock output. It reads the OS clock and formats the result as an ISO 8601 string, ensuring timezone-aware timestamps for consistent logging and event coordination.

What is the best way to automatically timestamp each step in a multi-step automation workflow?

The best way to automatically timestamp multi-step automation is to invoke this Skill at each step. It reads the system clock and returns an ISO 8601 formatted timestamp string to maintain an accurate audit trail for your events.

Can I use this current time Skill across different platforms and environments?

Yes, you can use this current time Skill across different platforms and environments. It reliably reads the OS system clock to provide a consistent ISO 8601 timestamp string, ensuring your logging and scheduling workflows work consistently.

Why does my automation workflow need a timezone-aware timestamp?

Your automation workflow needs a timezone-aware timestamp to accurately coordinate scheduling and event tagging across different environments. This Skill returns an ISO 8601 formatted string from the OS clock to maintain a reliable audit trail.

Do I need any external dependencies to fetch the current system time?

No, you do not need any external dependencies to fetch the current system time. This Skill operates independently using internal scripts to read the OS system clock and return the timestamp in ISO 8601 format.