obsidian-bases

Convert vault notes into queryable table, card, or list views using .base files.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill obsidian-bases-danmestas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe/tree/main/skills/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill obsidian-bases-danmestas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Converts vault notes into structured, queryable views using Obsidian Bases (.base files), enabling fast data organization without plugins.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define and render dynamic data views from vault notes using .base files (yaml structure with filters, formulas, properties, views).
  • Create table, cards, or list views to summarize notes, perform queries, and compute derived data.
  • Embed and reference these bases in notes to build dashboards or indexes.

Quick Start

Create a new base file in wiki/meta/dashboard.base and begin defining filters, formulas, properties, and views to render a dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-bases

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create dynamic data views from Obsidian vault notes?

Obsidian Bases converts vault notes into dynamic data views using .base files with YAML frontmatter, allowing you to define filters, formulas, properties, and multiple view types without plugins.

Can I build dashboards in Obsidian without using plugins?

Yes, you can build dashboards without plugins by creating .base files that define filters and views, then embedding them in notes to render table, cards, or list views from vault content.

What view types are supported when querying Obsidian vault content?

Obsidian Bases supports rendering table, cards, and list views from vault notes, allowing you to display queried content and computed derived data in your preferred layout.

Do I need YAML frontmatter to set up Obsidian Bases?

Yes, YAML frontmatter is required in .base files to define the filters, formulas, properties, summaries, and views needed to generate dynamic queryable views from your vault notes.

What is the best way to organize and summarize notes in an Obsidian vault?

Using .base files to apply filters and formulas is the best way to organize vault notes, creating indexes and dashboards that render your content into structured table, cards, or list views.

Can I compute derived data and formulas across Obsidian notes?

Yes, you can compute derived data across Obsidian notes by defining formulas within the YAML frontmatter of your .base files, rendering calculated results in table, cards, or list views.