Datetime Formatter
An MCP date and time formatting service implemented for the Claude desktop application, supporting the generation of multiple date and time formats
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What is mcp-datetime?
mcp-datetime is a date and time service specifically designed for the Claude desktop application. It can generate different format strings of the current date and time. Through simple command calls, you can obtain date and time formats that meet various scenario requirements.How to use mcp-datetime?
Just call the datetime-service.get_datetime tool in the Claude application and specify the format type you need, and the service will return the formatted date and time string.Applicable scenarios
It is suitable for scenarios such as document writing, file naming, and log recording that require automatic generation of date and time markers, especially for users who need multi-language date format support.Main features
Multiple date and time formatsSupports 15 different date and time formats, including standard format, Japanese format, ISO format, and formats dedicated to file naming
Multi-language supportSpecifically provides Japanese date and time formats, suitable for international application scenarios
File naming optimizationProvides formats specifically designed for file naming, which can be directly used to create files with timestamps
Time zone handlingAutomatically handles the local time zone to ensure the accuracy of time display
Advantages and limitations
Advantages
Easy to use, just specify the format to get the corresponding date and time
Rich in formats, meeting various scenario requirements
Seamlessly integrated with the Claude application
Lightweight service with fast response
Limitations
Currently, only macOS system compatibility has been verified
Does not support custom date and time formats (only preset formats are available)
Cannot handle historical or future dates and times
How to use
Configure the Claude application
Add the mcp-datetime server configuration to the configuration file of the Claude application
Call the service
Call the date and time service through commands in the Claude application
Get the result
The service will return the formatted date and time string
Usage examples
Create a log file with a timestampUse it when you need to create a log file with the current timestamp
Insert the Japanese format date into a documentUse it when a Japanese document needs to insert the current date
Generate a unique IDUse it when you need to generate a unique identifier based on time
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this service support the Windows system?
How to add custom date and time formats?
How is the time zone handled?
How to debug service issues?
Related resources
Official documentation of the MCP protocol
Understand the working principle of the MCP protocol
MCP Inspector tool
A tool for debugging MCP services
Claude desktop application
The main operating environment of the mcp-datetime service
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