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knowledge-synthesis

Search vault notes, follow links, and synthesize cited answers.

1|Updated Apr 26, 2026
Search Tags:#search#citations#vault#notes#multisource#knowledge-synthesis
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/KevinBean/emptyos --skill knowledge-synthesis-kevinbean
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: knowledge-synthesis
Source: https://github.com/KevinBean/emptyos/tree/main/skills/vault-knowledge-synthesis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/KevinBean/emptyos --skill knowledge-synthesis-kevinbean

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

knowledge-synthesis helps you answer questions by pulling and weaving information from multiple vault notes, going beyond simple keyword matching to produce a coherent, sourced understanding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Expanded search terms: include related concepts and bilingual terms to widen results.
  • Multi-source synthesis: retrieve and integrate content from multiple notes, then present a cohesive answer.
  • Citation-focused outputs: include source citations to show provenance and enable traceability.
  • Query patterns: support questions like "What do I know about X?", "Summarize my X notes", "How has my thinking on X evolved?" and "Connect X and Y".
  • Example use: "What do I know about managing anxiety?" with notes from CBT, journaling, and related resources.

Quick Start

Ask a question about your vault and the skill will search across notes, synthesize a cohesive answer, and cite sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about knowledge-synthesis

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I synthesize information from multiple notes to answer a specific question?▼

To synthesize information from multiple notes, this skill searches across your vault, expands query terms bilingually, follows note links and backlinks, and weaves content into a cohesive, cited answer.

What is the best way to connect and summarize linked notes in a vault?▼

The best way to connect and summarize linked notes is using multi-source synthesis, which traverses note relationships and backlinks to build a structured cross-note understanding with source citations.

Can I search bilingual notes and still get cited sources in the synthesis?▼

Yes, you can search bilingual notes and get cited sources. The skill expands search terms to include related bilingual concepts and outputs structured answers with traceable source citations.

Do I need any special infrastructure to perform cross-note knowledge synthesis?▼

No special infrastructure is required to perform cross-note knowledge synthesis. The skill operates directly on your vault notes without needing additional components or setup to generate sourced answers.

How does cross-note synthesis differ from simple keyword search?▼

Cross-note synthesis goes beyond simple keyword matching by retrieving content from multiple notes, following links, and integrating the information into a coherent, structured report suitable for embedding.

What limitations exist when summarizing vault notes across different topics?▼

A limitation when summarizing vault notes is that synthesis quality depends entirely on existing note relationships and backlinks. Without explicit links between notes, cross-note connections cannot be established.

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