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list-supported-time-zones

list-supported-time-zones
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Retrieve time zones supported by a user's mailbox server in Windows or IANA format to validate before updating mailbox settings.

Instructions

Get the list of time zones that are supported for the user, as configured on the user's mailbox server. You can explicitly specify to have time zones returned in the Windows time zone format or Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) time zone (also known as Olson time zone) format. The Windows format is the default. When setting up an Outlook client, the user selects the preferred time zone from this supported list. You can subsequently get the preferred time zone by getting the user's mailbox settings.

💡 TIP: Lists time zones the user's mailbox server supports. TimeZoneStandard path parameter must be one of: Windows (default — Windows time zone names like 'Pacific Standard Time'), or Iana (IANA / Olson names like 'America/Los_Angeles'). Note the PascalCase — the values are case-sensitive enums, not lowercase strings. Returns timeZoneInformation objects with alias and displayName. Use the result to validate or look up the value before calling update-mailbox-settings to change the user's preferred timeZone — the format must match what the server expects.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
topNoPage size (Graph $top). Start small (e.g. 5–15) so responses fit the model context; raise only if needed. Use $select to return fewer fields per item. For more rows, use @odata.nextLink from the response instead of a very large $top.
skipNoItems to skip for pagination. Not supported with $search.
countNoSet true to enable advanced query mode (ConsistencyLevel: eventual). Required for complex $filter on flag/flagStatus or contains().
filterNoOData filter expression. Add $count=true for advanced filters (flag/flagStatus, contains()). Cannot combine with $search.
searchNoKQL search query — wrap value in double quotes. Cannot combine with $filter.
fetchAllPagesNoFollow @odata.nextLink and merge up to 100 pages into one response. Can return enormous payloads—only when the user explicitly needs a full export. Prefer a small $top first, then paginate or narrow with $filter/$search.
includeHeadersNoInclude response headers (including ETag) in the response metadata
excludeResponseNoExclude the full response body and only return success or failure indication
TimeZoneStandardYesValue for the 'TimeZoneStandard' path segment.
Behavior4/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already indicate read-only safe operation. Description adds return structure (timeZoneInformation with alias and displayName), case-sensitivity tip, and pagination context, providing useful behavioral details beyond annotations.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

Description is well-structured with main purpose paragraph and a helpful tip section. Slightly verbose but front-loaded and clear. Could be trimmed slightly.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Covers output structure (alias, displayName), format options, and integration with update-mailbox-settings. Without output schema, description explains return fields adequately. Standard Graph params are documented in schema.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, baseline 3. Description adds meaningful detail for TimeZoneStandard (explains enum values and case-sensitivity) and reinforces pagination parameters. Adds moderate value beyond schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

Description clearly states it gets the list of supported time zones for the user's mailbox server, specifies format options (Windows vs IANA), and distinguishes from related tools like update-mailbox-settings.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines4/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

Description explains when to use (e.g., before changing mailbox time zone), which format to choose, and mentions related tool. Does not explicitly state when not to use, but context is sufficient.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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