obsidian-bases

Create and manage YAML-based .base files with filters, formulas, and views.

Updated Feb 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/officechbusinessservices-creator/CompliCore --skill obsidian-bases-officechbusinessservices-creator
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/officechbusinessservices-creator/CompliCore/tree/main/.agents/skills/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/officechbusinessservices-creator/CompliCore --skill obsidian-bases-officechbusinessservices-creator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian Bases enable organizing notes into database-like structures by defining YAML-based .base files with filters, formulas, and views to summarize content and reveal relationships.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create .base files in a vault to represent notes as tables, cards, lists, or maps.
  • Define filters, formulas, and views to build interactive, view-driven dashboards for knowledge bases, project notes, and research archives.
  • Validate YAML syntax and ensure referenced properties and formulas exist to render correct bases in Obsidian.

Quick Start

Create a new Base (.base) file in your vault, then add filters, formulas, and views to render database-like note collections in Obsidian.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-bases

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create database-like views in Obsidian to organize my notes?

Obsidian Bases let you create database-like views by defining YAML-based .base files with filters, formulas, and views. This structures your notes into tables, cards, lists, or maps for your vault.

What are Obsidian Bases and how do they work with YAML files?

Obsidian Bases are .base files that use YAML syntax to define filters, formulas, and views. They organize your notes into interactive, database-like collections by validating syntax and referenced properties.

Can I filter and summarize large vaults of research notes in Obsidian?

Yes, you can summarize large vaults of research notes by creating .base files that apply filters and formulas. This reveals relationships and builds interactive dashboards across your project archives.

How do I validate YAML syntax for Obsidian Bases to render correctly?

Validating YAML syntax ensures referenced properties and formulas exist so your bases render correctly in Obsidian. This validation prevents errors when displaying your notes as tables, cards, or lists.

Does Obsidian Bases work without any external plugins or dependencies?

Obsidian Bases requires no external plugins or dependencies to function. You only need to create .base files within your vault and define the YAML filters, formulas, and views to manage your notes.

Why are my Obsidian Bases not rendering correctly in the vault?

Bases might not render correctly if the YAML syntax is invalid or if referenced properties and formulas do not exist. Validating the .base file structure ensures your database-like views display properly.