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update_active_timer

Update the description/note of the currently running timer.

Summary

The update_active_timer tool allows you to modify the description of the active timer without stopping and restarting it. This is useful for adding details as you work.

Parameters

Parameter Type Required Description
description string Required The new description/note for the active timer.

Behavior

  1. Check: Verifies if there is an active timer.
  2. Update: Sends a PATCH request to update the note of the active tracking session.
  3. Response: Confirms update and shows new details.

Examples

Update Description

Update Active Timer
{
  "description": "Working on API integration - implementing authentication"
}

Response:

✅ Active timer updated successfully!

Details:
- Activity: Development
- Description: Working on API integration - implementing authentication
- ID: te_789012

Error Scenarios

Error Cause Solution
"No active timer found to update" No timer running Start a timer first with start_timer
"Description is required" Missing description Provide a new description