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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