obsidian-bases

Dynamic views of notes in Obsidian are created using .base files, which define YAML-based schemas for table, card, list, or map views. These files allow you to apply global filters, formulas, and properties to organize vault data.

Obsidian Bases are YAML-based .base files that model notes visually through dynamic views. You need them when building task trackers, reading lists, or project dashboards that require shared filters, formulas, and per-view summaries across your vault.

Yes, you can define formulas and global filters within a single .base file that apply across multiple note views. This allows you to derive values dynamically and generate custom summaries for quick insights across table, card, list, or map layouts.

Obsidian Bases support embedding directly within Markdown files. By generating a valid YAML-based schema in a .base file, you can integrate dynamic note views, including filters and summaries, seamlessly into your existing Markdown documentation.

The best way to build a project dashboard in an Obsidian vault is by creating a .base file with YAML schemas. This approach allows you to configure multiple views like tables and cards, apply global filters, and use formulas to derive summary insights.

No specific dependencies or plugins are required to generate the .base files. The process focuses on producing valid YAML-based schemas for filters, formulas, properties, and views that natively define dynamic note visualizations in Obsidian.