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obsidian-bases

Organize notes into database-like views using Obsidian Bases.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
Search Tags:#database#obsidian#notes#filters#views#bases
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill obsidian-bases-tsemana
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity/tree/main/plugin/skills/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill obsidian-bases-tsemana

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian Bases provide a structured, queryable layer over notes, enabling you to build database-like views to explore, filter, and summarize your knowledge without leaving your vault.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create .base files to define filters, properties, formulas, and views
  • Build table, cards, list, and map views to surface relationships between notes
  • Generate summaries and derive insights from your notes for reporting or review

Quick Start

Create a .base file in your vault and define filters and one or more views to render your 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 to filter and query Obsidian notes?▼

To create database-like views in Obsidian, you generate .base files that define filters, properties, and formulas to render your notes into structured table, cards, list, or map views.

Can I use YAML frontmatter to build queryable note collections in Obsidian?▼

Yes, Obsidian Bases supports YAML frontmatter in base files, allowing you to define properties and filters to query structured data across your knowledge base.

What is the best way to summarize and derive insights from research notes in Obsidian?▼

The best way to summarize research notes is using Obsidian Bases to apply structured querying and filtering across projects, generating derived insights for reporting or review.

Does Obsidian Bases support different view types for organizing notes?▼

Obsidian Bases supports multiple view types including table, cards, list, and map views to surface relationships between notes and explore your vault data visually.

How do I set up a base file to organize my knowledge base in Obsidian?▼

To organize a knowledge base, create a .base file in your vault and define filters alongside one or more views to render your notes into a queryable structure.

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