note-manager

Generate markdown notes with YAML frontmatter for Obsidian vaults.

12|2|Updated Mar 4, 2026

Search Tags:#markdown #knowledge management #obsidian #organization #notes #frontmatter

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npx skills add https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works --skill note-manager-cogni-work

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Skill: note-manager
Source: https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works/tree/main/cogni-obsidian/skills/note-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cogni-work/cogni-works --skill note-manager-cogni-work

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill standardizes the creation of markdown notes with YAML frontmatter, ensuring consistency and discoverability within Obsidian vaults.

Core Features & Use Cases

Consistent Note Creation: Generates markdown files with required title and date frontmatter, plus optional tags, source, status, and related fields.
Plugin Output Standardization: Ensures all plugin-generated notes adhere to a uniform metadata standard for better organization.
Use Case: When asked to "Create a meeting note for the project kickoff," this Skill will generate a markdown file with appropriate frontmatter and a standard structure.

Quick Start

Use the Write tool to create a new note titled "Project Kickoff Meeting" with today's date and relevant tags.

Frequently Asked Questions about note-manager

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I create markdown notes with YAML frontmatter for Obsidian?▼

Creating markdown notes with YAML frontmatter for Obsidian requires generating files with a defined metadata structure including title, date, tags, source, status, and related fields. This standardizes vault organization and ensures long-term discoverability of your knowledge base.

What frontmatter fields are required for Obsidian note organization?▼

Required frontmatter fields for Obsidian note organization are title and date. Optional fields include tags, source, status, and related notes, which provide a standardized metadata structure for better discoverability and vault management.

Can I standardize plugin-generated notes with consistent markdown metadata?▼

You can standardize plugin-generated notes with consistent markdown metadata by applying a uniform YAML frontmatter structure. This ensures all output files from other plugins adhere to a defined standard with title, date, tags, and related fields for vault organization.

Does this approach work for generating structured meeting notes in Obsidian?▼

Yes, this approach works for generating structured meeting notes in Obsidian. When prompted to create a meeting note, it generates a properly formatted markdown file with appropriate frontmatter including date and relevant tags, ensuring the note fits your vault structure.

What is the best way to ensure consistent metadata across an Obsidian vault?▼

The best way to ensure consistent metadata across an Obsidian vault is to standardize note creation with a defined YAML frontmatter structure. Enforcing required fields like title and date alongside optional tags and status keeps all notes uniformly organized and discoverable.