cross-linker

To automatically add missing wikilinks between Obsidian pages, you can use a cross-linker to detect unlinked mentions and insert inline links. It builds a page registry from frontmatter to ensure valid targets and strengthen the knowledge graph.

Cross-linking detects unlinked mentions by reading frontmatter to build a page registry, scoring candidates, and applying inline links only when natural. It preserves existing structure by avoiding self-links and preventing duplicate links.

The best way to link orphan pages during large ingestions is to run an automated cross-linker. It surfaces orphan pages by discovering unlinked mentions and weaving related pages together to strengthen cross-page connections.

When inline wikilink placement isn't natural, the cross-linker generates a Related section at the bottom of the page. This ensures connections are still made without disrupting the existing text flow.

Yes, you can use frontmatter to build a page registry for automated wikilinks. The cross-linker reads frontmatter to identify valid wikilink targets, ensuring links point to existing pages and preventing self-links.

Cross-linking actually modifies existing wiki pages to add links, unlike simple link-checkers that only report issues. It is a write-heavy operation that directly inserts inline links or generates a Related section.