mem-file-scan

Scan recently modified Obsidian markdown files for memory-worthy events and decisions.

333|83|Updated Jan 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SpaceZephyr/myskill --skill mem-file-scan-spacezephyr
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mem-file-scan
Source: https://github.com/SpaceZephyr/myskill/tree/main/mem-file-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SpaceZephyr/myskill --skill mem-file-scan-spacezephyr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps recover important events, decisions, preferences, and action items from recently edited Obsidian files so they can be added to the AI memory system instead of being lost outside chat history.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scans the current week’s modified markdown files while excluding AI_MEMORY and hidden system directories.
  • Categorizes files such as daily notes, project docs, and study notes to make review easier.
  • Highlights likely memory-worthy content including decisions, emotions, new habits, repeated behaviors, and meaningful material collections.
  • Supports a confirmation step so the user can choose what should be recorded to L1 and then hand it off for memory logging.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to scan this week’s Obsidian file changes and show the files that may contain important events or decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions about mem-file-scan

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

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How do I extract decisions and events from recently modified Obsidian files?

To extract decisions and events from modified Obsidian files, scan recently edited markdown files using date-range filtering and content analysis to surface memory-worthy items like preferences, habits, and action items.

What is the best way to prepare for a weekly review of Obsidian vault changes?

The best way to prepare for a weekly review of Obsidian vault changes is to scan modified markdown files, categorize them into daily notes or project docs, and highlight potential decisions and action items for memory recording.

How does memory logging work with Obsidian weekly file reviews?

Memory logging during Obsidian weekly file reviews works by scanning modified markdown files, identifying decisions and new habits, and presenting a summary for user confirmation before handing off the finalized items to the AI memory system.

Can I scan my Obsidian vault to find action items without including hidden system directories?

Yes, you can scan your Obsidian vault to find action items while excluding hidden system directories and AI_MEMORY folders, ensuring the review only focuses on your active daily notes, project docs, and study notes.

How do I categorize Obsidian markdown files during a change detection scan?

You categorize Obsidian markdown files during a change detection scan by analyzing the modified content and grouping files into types such as daily notes, project docs, and study notes to make the weekly review easier.

What are the limitations of automated file change detection for memory recording?

A limitation of automated file change detection for memory recording is that it requires a user confirmation step to verify which surfaced events, decisions, and preferences should actually be logged to L1 memory.