obsidian

Manage Obsidian vaults and notes using obsidian-cli.

Updated Apr 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Jnuso/OpenClaw --skill obsidian-jnuso
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/Jnuso/OpenClaw/tree/main/skills/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Jnuso/OpenClaw --skill obsidian-jnuso

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates management of Obsidian vaults and their notes across local environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Vault discovery & management: Identify active Obsidian vaults and switch contexts with obsidian-cli.
  • Note operations: Create, move/rename, search, and delete notes across vaults.
  • Configuration & integration: Read vault settings and automate workflows in local environments.

Quick Start

Set a default vault with obsidian-cli and begin performing note operations.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Obsidian vault workflows from the command line?

You can automate Obsidian vault workflows by using obsidian-cli to interact with local vaults, read vault configurations, and execute note operations like creating, moving, and deleting notes.

What is the best way to manage notes across multiple local Obsidian vaults?

Managing notes across multiple local Obsidian vaults involves using obsidian-cli to discover active vaults, switch contexts, and perform search, creation, and deletion operations across those vaults.

Do I need obsidian-cli to search and move notes in my local vault?

Yes, you need obsidian-cli installed to interact with vaults, read Obsidian setup configurations, and automate searching, moving, or deleting notes within your local environment.

Can I configure Obsidian vault settings automatically in a local environment?

Yes, you can configure Obsidian vault settings automatically by reading the vault configuration from the Obsidian setup and applying workflow automation across your local environments using obsidian-cli.

How do I create and organize markdown notes in Obsidian without opening the app?

To create and organize markdown notes without opening the app, use obsidian-cli to set a default vault and execute note creation, moving, renaming, and deletion operations directly from the command line.

Limitations of automating Obsidian note operations via CLI tools?

Automating Obsidian note operations via CLI is limited to local environments and depends on reading the existing Obsidian setup configuration, meaning it cannot manage remote vaults or cloud-only sync settings.