Add timestamps to tool use output
Resolved 💬 7 comments Opened Mar 10, 2026 by sophronesis Closed May 14, 2026
Feature Request
Add timestamps to tool use output in the CLI, displayed right-aligned opposite the tool indicator.
Example
Current:
Read 1 file (ctrl+o to expand)
Proposed:
Read 1 file (ctrl+o to expand) 00:15 2026/03/11
Use Case
- Helps track when operations occurred during long sessions
- Useful for debugging and session review
- Provides temporal context when reviewing conversation history
Implementation Notes
- Timestamp format could be configurable (time only, date+time, ISO format, etc.)
- Right-aligned to avoid interfering with existing tool output
- Could be an opt-in setting for users who want it
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