obsidian-bases

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

5|2|Updated Jul 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Tx1207/hello-scholar --skill obsidian-bases-tx1207
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-bases
Source: https://github.com/Tx1207/hello-scholar/tree/main/skills/memory/obsidian-bases
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Tx1207/hello-scholar --skill obsidian-bases-tx1207

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian Bases enable you to organize notes inside Obsidian with configurable views, filters, formulas, and summaries using .base files, turning scattered notes into structured knowledge representations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create and edit .base files with valid YAML
  • Define filters and properties to drive multiple views (table, cards, list, map)
  • Define formulas and summaries to compute derived data for dashboards and knowledge graphs
  • Validate and test bases in Obsidian to ensure correct rendering and data integrity
  • Use cases include building a notes database for literature reviews, project dashboards, and research workflows

Quick Start

Create a new .base file in your vault and begin configuring a view with filters and formulas.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-bases

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize Obsidian notes into a database with filters and views?

You can organize Obsidian notes by creating and editing .base files with valid YAML. These files define filters, properties, and formulas to configure multiple views like tables, cards, lists, and maps for structured knowledge representation.

What is an Obsidian Base and when do I need YAML for note organization?

An Obsidian Base is a .base file that turns scattered notes into structured dashboards using YAML. You need YAML to define filters, properties, and formulas that drive multiple views and compute derived data for dynamic summaries.

Can I build a project dashboard in Obsidian using formulas and summaries?

Yes, you can build project dashboards in Obsidian by defining formulas and summaries within .base files. This computes derived data from your notes, enabling database-like organization and multi-view dashboards for research workflows.

How do I create and validate a .base file in Obsidian?

Create a new .base file in your vault and configure a view using YAML definitions for filters and formulas. The Skill validates filters, properties, and formulas to ensure correct rendering and data integrity in Obsidian.

What types of views can I configure for Obsidian notes?

You can configure four types of views for Obsidian notes using .base files: table, cards, list, and map. These views are driven by YAML-defined filters and properties to display your structured data dynamically.

Does this approach to Obsidian note organization work for literature reviews?

Yes, this approach works for literature reviews by treating notes as a database. You use .base files with filters and formulas to organize and retrieve literature notes through multiple configurable views like tables and cards.