Best use case
Obsidian is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Obsidian vault = a normal folder on disk.
Teams using Obsidian should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/obsidian/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How Obsidian Compares
| Feature / Agent | Obsidian | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Obsidian vault = a normal folder on disk.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Obsidian Obsidian vault = a normal folder on disk. Vault structure (typical) - Notes: `*.md` (plain text Markdown; edit with any editor) - Config: `.obsidian/` (workspace + plugin settings; usually don’t touch from scripts) - Canvases: `*.canvas` (JSON) - Attachments: whatever folder you chose in Obsidian settings (images/PDFs/etc.) ## Find the active vault(s) Obsidian desktop tracks vaults here (source of truth): - `~/Library/Application Support/obsidian/obsidian.json` `obsidian-cli` resolves vaults from that file; vault name is typically the **folder name** (path suffix). Fast “what vault is active / where are the notes?” - If you’ve already set a default: `obsidian-cli print-default --path-only` - Otherwise, read `~/Library/Application Support/obsidian/obsidian.json` and use the vault entry with `"open": true`. Notes - Multiple vaults common (iCloud vs `~/Documents`, work/personal, etc.). Don’t guess; read config. - Avoid writing hardcoded vault paths into scripts; prefer reading the config or using `print-default`. ## obsidian-cli quick start Pick a default vault (once): - `obsidian-cli set-default "<vault-folder-name>"` - `obsidian-cli print-default` / `obsidian-cli print-default --path-only` Search - `obsidian-cli search "query"` (note names) - `obsidian-cli search-content "query"` (inside notes; shows snippets + lines) Create - `obsidian-cli create "Folder/New note" --content "..." --open` - Requires Obsidian URI handler (`obsidian://…`) working (Obsidian installed). - Avoid creating notes under “hidden” dot-folders (e.g. `.something/...`) via URI; Obsidian may refuse. Move/rename (safe refactor) - `obsidian-cli move "old/path/note" "new/path/note"` - Updates `[[wikilinks]]` and common Markdown links across the vault (this is the main win vs `mv`). Delete - `obsidian-cli delete "path/note"` Prefer direct edits when appropriate: open the `.md` file and change it; Obsidian will pick it up.
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将代码项目转换为 Obsidian 知识库。当用户提到 obsidian、项目文档、知识库、分析项目、转换项目 时激活。 【激活后必须执行】： 1. 先完整阅读本 SKILL.md 文件 2. 理解 AI 写入规则（默认到 00_Inbox/AI/、追加式、统一 Schema） 3. 执行 STEP 0: 使用 AskUserQuestion 询问用户确认 4. 用户确认后才开始 STEP 1 项目扫描 5. 严格按 STEP 0 → 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 顺序执行 【禁止行为】： - 禁止不读 SKILL.md 就开始分析项目 - 禁止跳过 STEP 0 用户确认 - 禁止直接在 30_Resources 创建（先到 00_Inbox/AI/） - 禁止自作主张决定输出位置
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This skill should be used when creating or working with modular project plans stored as Obsidian-compatible markdown wikis. Use when the user asks to create a plan, roadmap, or documentation system that needs to be navigable in Obsidian, or when working with existing plan wikis that use the %% [ ] %% task tracking format.
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