obsidian-helper

Route Obsidian notes, bases, and canvases to references and apply vault structure conventions.

Updated Jan 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zhuxining/skills --skill obsidian-helper
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-helper
Source: https://github.com/zhuxining/skills/tree/main/obsidian-helper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhuxining/skills --skill obsidian-helper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a centralized router for Obsidian tasks and a vault-organization strategy that keeps notes, bases, and canvases consistently organized.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Route format-specific work to the correct references (Markdown notes, Bases, Canvases).
  • Apply a default vault structure and non-destructive organizer policies to keep vaults tidy.
  • Enforce a safety contract (no irreversible deletions; backup-first workflow) and support routine vault maintenance.

Quick Start

Activate the obsidian-helper in your Obsidian vault and instruct it to organize or generate Obsidian content using the default routing rules and provided references. For example: "organize vault to apply the default vault structure and tidy notes per vault-structure."

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-helper

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize my Obsidian vault structure automatically?

Organizing your Obsidian vault is handled by applying a default folder structure and routing rules driven by YAML frontmatter. This skill tidies notes, bases, and canvases while enforcing a backup-first safety contract.

What is YAML frontmatter routing for Obsidian notes?

YAML frontmatter routing is a model that uses metadata fields to direct Obsidian tasks to the correct references and apply vault structure conventions. It manages Markdown notes, bases, and canvases consistently.

Does the Obsidian vault organizer support canvases and bases?

Yes, the vault organizer supports canvases and bases. It routes format-specific work to the correct references, ensuring .canvas and .base files are structured alongside standard Markdown notes.

How do I safely restructure an Obsidian vault without losing notes?

Safely restructuring an Obsidian vault relies on a non-destructive safety contract with no irreversible deletions. The skill applies a backup-first workflow to protect notes before applying default routing rules.

Best way to manage Obsidian routine vault maintenance?

Managing routine vault maintenance is best handled by a centralized router that applies default organizer policies and structure conventions. This automates format-specific routing for notes, bases, and canvases.