format-note

Tag unpublished Obsidian notes and link them to today's daily note.

7|3|Updated Jul 31, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill format-note
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Skill: format-note
Source: https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config/tree/main/skills/format-note
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seabbs/claude-code-config --skill format-note

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the tedious manual process of tagging Obsidian notes and linking them from today's daily note, ensuring consistent metadata and cross-reference.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Update frontmatter with tags for topic, type, and domain
  • Add a link to the note in today's daily Obsidian note
  • Update creation and modification dates and status to reflect current state
  • Use case: format an unpublished note and attach appropriate tags, then publish a daily-link reference

Quick Start

Format an existing unpublished Obsidian note by applying appropriate tags and linking it to today's daily note.

Frequently Asked Questions about format-note

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically tag Obsidian notes and link them to a daily note?

Automatically tag Obsidian notes by updating frontmatter with topic, type, and domain metadata, then insert a daily-link entry into today's daily note to ensure consistent cross-referencing.

What is the best way to update frontmatter and add daily note links for unpublished Obsidian notes?

The best way to update unpublished Obsidian notes is applying frontmatter tags, dates, and status automatically, then generating a correctly rendered link reference in today's daily note.

Can I batch format unpublished Obsidian notes with tags and cross-references?

Yes, you can format unpublished Obsidian notes by reading the unpublished folder, writing tags and modification dates to the frontmatter, and linking each note to today's daily note.

Does this workflow handle different note formats when writing metadata to Obsidian frontmatter?

Yes, the workflow handles typical Obsidian note formats by updating frontmatter with tags and metadata, ensuring links render correctly in the daily note regardless of standard format variations.

Why are my manually tagged Obsidian notes missing consistent metadata and daily note links?

Manually tagging Obsidian notes often misses consistent metadata and daily note links because it lacks automated frontmatter updates for creation dates, modification dates, and status tracking.

When should I avoid automating frontmatter updates for my Obsidian notes?

You should avoid automating frontmatter updates if your Obsidian notes rely on non-standard frontmatter structures or exist outside the unpublished folder, as the workflow targets typical formats.