find-notes

Search Obsidian vault notes by keyword with result previews.

Updated Feb 19, 2026

Search Tags:#search #efficiency #obsidian #vault navigation #note finding

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin --skill find-notes

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Skill: find-notes
Source: https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin/tree/main/skills/find-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin --skill find-notes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Finding specific notes within a large Obsidian vault can be time-consuming. This Skill streamlines the search process, allowing you to quickly locate the information you need.

Core Features & Use Cases

Quick Search: Execute a search query to find notes containing specific keywords.
Vault Navigation: Navigate through the vault structure to locate notes.
Preview Results: View a preview of search results before opening them.
Use Case: When you need to find information about a particular project or topic within your Obsidian vault, use this Skill to quickly locate the relevant notes.

Quick Start

Use the /obsidian:find <query> command to search for notes in your Obsidian vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about find-notes

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I find specific notes in a large Obsidian vault?▼

To search an Obsidian vault, execute a keyword query to locate notes and navigate the vault structure. The interface provides file and content search commands to retrieve notes containing specific terms.

Can I preview search results in Obsidian before opening the note?▼

Yes, you can preview search results before opening notes. The interface provides a preview pane that displays matching content snippets directly from the vault directory.

What do I need to access my Obsidian vault for note searching?▼

Searching an Obsidian vault requires access to the vault directory and the ability to execute file and content search commands. This allows the system to scan notes and retrieve keyword matches.

What is the best way to navigate an Obsidian vault to locate project notes?▼

The best way to navigate an Obsidian vault is to use a structured search interface with keyword queries. This allows you to find project or topic information by executing targeted file and content searches.

Does vault navigation work for finding notes by specific keywords?▼

Yes, vault navigation works for finding notes by specific keywords. The search functionality executes content searches across the vault directory to locate and retrieve notes containing exact terms.