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obsidian

Automate Obsidian vault and Markdown note operations via obsidian-cli.

1|Updated Feb 14, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#markdown#knowledge management#cli#obsidian#notes
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AmitabhainArunachala/clawd --skill obsidian-amitabhainarunachala
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/AmitabhainArunachala/clawd/tree/main/skills/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AmitabhainArunachala/clawd --skill obsidian-amitabhainarunachala

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires obsidian-cli, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you manage and interact with your Obsidian notes and vaults, automating common tasks and providing quick access to your knowledge base.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vault Management: Easily set and retrieve your default Obsidian vault.
  • Note Operations: Search for notes by name or content, create new notes, and refactor existing ones by moving or renaming them.
  • Use Case: Quickly find a specific note about a project by searching its content, or rename a note and have all its internal links updated automatically.

Quick Start

Use the obsidian skill to search for notes containing the phrase "project planning".

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Obsidian vault management from the command line?▼

Yes, you can safely rename Markdown notes and the system automatically updates all internal links within your Obsidian vault. This refactoring capability prevents broken links during note reorganization.

Do I need obsidian-cli installed to search notes and query content?▼

Yes, obsidian-cli is a required dependency for executing note searches, content queries, and vault operations. It must be installed and properly configured to route command-line interactions to your Obsidian vault.

What is the best way to search for Obsidian notes by content or name?▼

The best way to search for Obsidian notes by content or name is through command-line vault queries. You can find specific notes by searching for phrases like project planning directly within your Markdown knowledge base.

Can I set a default Obsidian vault for automated knowledge management tasks?▼

Yes, you can set and retrieve a default Obsidian vault for automated knowledge management. Configuring a default vault streamlines command-line operations by directing note creation and searches to the correct location.

What are the limitations of using command-line automation for Markdown notes refactoring?▼

The primary limitation is the strict dependency on obsidian-cli for executing refactoring tasks. If the command-line tool is not correctly configured to interact with the vault, note moving, renaming, and search operations will fail.

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