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obsidian-bases

Create and edit Obsidian Bases (.base files) with views, filters, and formulas.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#obsidian#formulas#notes#filters#views#bases
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/psauxwwf/.dotfiles --skill obsidian-bases-psauxwwf
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/psauxwwf/.dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/psauxwwf/.dotfiles --skill obsidian-bases-psauxwwf

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian users often struggle to organize scattered notes into structured, browsable bases. This Skill enables the creation and editing of Obsidian Bases (.base files) with views, filters, formulas, and summaries to turn chaotic notes into navigable databases.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define global filters and per-view filters to curate note sets across multiple views (table, cards, list, map).
  • Configure formulas and properties to generate dynamic summaries and enriched views for knowledge management.
  • Use in research, writing, or knowledge management to present notes as organized databases or dashboards.

Quick Start

Create a .base file in your Obsidian vault and configure at least one view to display notes.

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 for my Obsidian notes?▼

Obsidian Bases are .base files that use YAML definitions to configure filters, properties, formulas, and multiple view types. They turn chaotic notes into structured, browsable databases for research, writing, or knowledge management.

How do I set up filters and formulas in an Obsidian base file?▼

You configure global and per-view filters within the YAML-based .base file definition to curate specific note sets. Formulas and properties are added to generate dynamic summaries and enriched views across your selected table, cards, list, or map layouts.

Can I use multiple view types in a single Obsidian base?▼

Yes, a single Obsidian base supports multiple view types including table, cards, list, and map. You can define global filters to curate note sets and apply per-view filters to customize the display across these different layouts.

What is the best way to organize scattered notes into a navigable dashboard in Obsidian?▼

The best way to organize scattered notes is by creating a .base file with configured views, filters, and formulas. This structures your notes into a navigable database or dashboard, enabling dynamic summaries and enriched knowledge management.

Do I need any extra plugins to use Obsidian bases with formulas and summaries?▼

No extra plugins are required as dependencies. You only need to create a .base file in your Obsidian vault and configure at least one view with YAML-based definitions to start using filters, properties, and formulas.

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