obsidian

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

Updated Apr 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent --skill obsidian-founderphantom
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent/tree/main/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent --skill obsidian-founderphantom

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian users often struggle to quickly access, organize, and create notes across a vault. This Skill provides streamlined commands to read, search, and add notes without leaving the terminal or AI environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read notes from the Obsidian vault.
  • List and search notes by filename or content.
  • Create new notes with a simple template and link them using wikilinks.

Quick Start

Create a new note titled 'Meeting Notes' in the Obsidian vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for notes in my Obsidian vault from the terminal?

To search notes in your Obsidian vault, you can use terminal commands to list notes by filename or search content by keyword without leaving the AI environment. This allows quick retrieval of relevant markdown notes.

Can I create new markdown notes in Obsidian using terminal commands?

Yes, you can create new markdown notes in Obsidian using simple terminal commands. The Skill applies a basic template and supports linking related ideas using wikilinks to integrate the new note into your vault.

Does this Obsidian note-taking search require any specific environment configuration?

Yes, Obsidian vault search requires environment configuration via OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH. You must set this variable to point to your vault directory before reading, listing, or creating standard markdown notes.

What is the best way to link related ideas when creating notes in an Obsidian vault?

The best way to link related ideas in an Obsidian vault is by using wikilinks. When you create new notes from conversations, the Skill supports standard markdown formatting and wikilink integration to connect related concepts.

Can I use this to read existing notes stored as standard markdown files?

Yes, you can read existing standard markdown notes stored in your Obsidian vault. The Skill surfaces relevant information by reading note contents directly through terminal commands for personal knowledge management tasks.

Are there limitations when searching Obsidian notes by keyword in a large vault?

The Skill supports standard markdown note searching but is designed for intermediate implementation depth. It handles simple listing and keyword search tasks, though very large vaults may require optimized local indexing for complex queries.