obsidian

Read, search, and create Markdown notes in an Obsidian vault.

Updated Mar 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/attentiondotnet/hermes-agent --skill obsidian-attentiondotnet
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/attentiondotnet/hermes-agent/tree/main/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/attentiondotnet/hermes-agent --skill obsidian-attentiondotnet

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing notes across an Obsidian vault can be tedious without a quick, reliable way to read, search, and create notes from a single tool.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read and review individual Markdown notes from the vault.
  • List and search notes across folders, with optional keyword filtering.
  • Create new notes or append to existing ones, preserving Obsidian's structure and links.
  • Maintain wikilinks between related notes to improve knowledge organization.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to read a note named 'Meeting Notes' from the Obsidian vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search and read Obsidian notes from an external tool?

You can search and read Obsidian notes by accessing the Markdown files directly within your vault. This approach automates reading, searching, and listing notes across multiple folders while honoring the OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH configuration.

How do I append to existing Markdown notes while preserving wikilinks?

To append to existing Markdown notes while preserving wikilinks, you can write directly to the vault's Markdown files. This maintains Obsidian's structure and backlinks, ensuring your personal knowledge organization remains intact.

What is the best way to automate daily note review in an Obsidian vault?

Automating daily note review in an Obsidian vault involves programmatically reading and filtering Markdown files by keywords. This workflow supports daily note review and vault maintenance across multiple folders and backlinks.

Do I need to configure a specific vault path to search Obsidian notes?

Yes, you need to configure the OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH environment variable to search Obsidian notes. This ensures the agent reads and writes Markdown files from the correct directory, honoring your vault's structure.

Can I create new Markdown notes across multiple folders in an Obsidian vault?

Yes, you can create new notes across multiple folders within an Obsidian vault. The process writes new Markdown files while preserving existing structure and maintaining wikilinks between related notes.

What are the limitations of managing Obsidian notes without the app running?

Managing Obsidian notes without the app running relies on reading and writing Markdown files directly. This approach is limited to file-level operations and may not execute Obsidian-specific plugins or dynamic queries.