obsidian

Read, search, create, and edit notes in an Obsidian vault.

150|25|Updated Apr 20, 2026

Search Tags:#search #obsidian #vault #notes #create #edit #read

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npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill obsidian-devsoul2026

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Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click/tree/main/hermes-agent/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill obsidian-devsoul2026

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill enables reading, searching, creating, and editing notes within an Obsidian vault across major operating systems, streamlining knowledge work and note management.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read notes from a specified Obsidian vault to quickly access content.
Search notes by filename or content to locate information efficiently.
Create and append to notes, then update links between notes using wikilinks.

Quick Start

Point the tool at your OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH and ask it to read, search, or edit a note.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search and read notes in an Obsidian vault programmatically?▼

To search and read Obsidian vault notes, you point the tool at your OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH and use search_files to locate content by filename or text, then read_file to retrieve the note's contents directly from the file system.

Can I create and edit Obsidian notes across different operating systems?▼

Yes, you can create and edit Obsidian notes across Linux, macOS, and Windows. The tool uses write_file to create new notes and patch to append or update existing content, ensuring cross-platform compatibility for personal knowledge bases.

What is the best way to update wikilinks between notes in an Obsidian vault?▼

The best way to update wikilinks between Obsidian notes is by using the tool's edit functionality to append new content and modify existing links. This ensures your project documentation maintains proper connections between related notes.

Do I need to set an absolute path to manage my Obsidian vault?▼

Yes, you need an absolute path to manage your Obsidian vault. The tool relies on the OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH environment variable, which defaults to ~/Documents/Obsidian Vault if not explicitly configured, to locate and modify your research notes.

Does this Obsidian vault search tool work with research notes and project documentation?▼

Yes, this Obsidian vault search tool works effectively with research notes and project documentation. It reads, searches, creates, and edits notes by targeting the specified vault path, streamlining knowledge work for personal knowledge bases.