obsidian-bases

Create and manage database-like note views with Obsidian Bases.

Updated Jan 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/leto-labs/jarvis-template --skill obsidian-bases-leto-labs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/leto-labs/jarvis-template/tree/main/.claude/skills/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/leto-labs/jarvis-template --skill obsidian-bases-leto-labs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian Bases unlocks the ability to model notes as dynamic, database-like views using properties, filters, formulas, and multiple view layouts, enabling fast, structured data exploration within your vault.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create structured bases over standard folders (Tasks, Projects, People, Companies, Meetings, Bookmarks) to build table, cards, list, and map views.
  • Define note, file, and formula properties and compose powerful filters to answer questions directly from your notes.
  • Use inline base queries and embed bases in notes to share live, queryable data views across knowledge bases or projects.
  • Real-world use cases include task tracking dashboards, CRM-style relationships, and research catalogs.

Quick Start

Create a new base with Bases: Create new base in the Command Palette, define at least one view over your Database/ folder, and embed the base in a note with ![[File.base]].

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, queryable note databases in Obsidian?

To build queryable note views, create a new base using the Command Palette, define at least one view over your Database/ folder, and apply frontmatter metadata filters. You can then embed the base in any note using the ![[File.base]] syntax to display live data.

Can I embed a live database view inside an Obsidian note?

Yes, embedding live database views inside Obsidian notes is supported via inline base queries and the ![[File.base]] syntax. This enables sharing queryable data views, building task tracking dashboards, and establishing CRM-style relationships across your vault.

What types of views and properties can I use to filter notes in Obsidian?

Obsidian Bases supports table, cards, list, and map view types. You can define note, file, and formula properties, then compose powerful filters based on frontmatter metadata to answer specific questions directly from your structured notes.

Does Obsidian Bases work for building a CRM or research catalog from existing folders?

Yes, Obsidian Bases works for building CRM-style relationships and research catalogs by creating structured bases over existing folders like People, Companies, or Meetings. It models standard notes into dynamic, database-like views using properties and filters.

How do I filter Obsidian notes by frontmatter metadata to create a dashboard?

You filter Obsidian notes by frontmatter metadata by composing filters within a base, then embedding that base into a note to generate a live dashboard. This structured data exploration enables task tracking and project management directly from vault properties.