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obsidian

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

2|Updated Apr 25, 2026
Search Tags:#markdown#search#obsidian#vault#notes#create
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup --skill obsidian-john-data-chen
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup/tree/main/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/john-data-chen/hermes-agent-backup --skill obsidian-john-data-chen

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian vault note management is simplified by enabling read, search, and creation operations from a single skill, reducing manual navigation and command switching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Read a note by file path
  • List notes in the vault
  • Search notes by filename or content
  • Create a new note with a given title and content
  • Append to an existing note
  • Leverage wikilinks to connect related notes

Quick Start

Ask me to read, search, or create a note in your Obsidian vault using the configured OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH.

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 local Obsidian vault programmatically?▼

You can search notes by filename or content within your local Obsidian vault by configuring the OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH. The skill matches entries and returns relevant markdown files from that specified directory.

Can I create and append markdown notes to an existing Obsidian vault?▼

Yes, you can create new markdown notes with a given title and content or append text to existing files. The skill leverages wikilinks to connect related notes within your local knowledge base.

What is the default OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH for reading markdown files?▼

The default OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH is set to ~/Documents/Obsidian Vault for reading markdown files. The skill supports spaces in directory paths, allowing it to successfully locate and list vault notes.

Does this approach work for personal knowledge bases stored locally?▼

Yes, this approach works for personal knowledge bases stored in local Obsidian vaults. It reduces manual navigation by automating note reading, searching, and creation operations from a single interface.

What are the limitations of automating Obsidian vault note management?▼

Automating Obsidian vault note management requires a local file system path to function and does not sync with remote databases. It is limited to reading, searching, and creating markdown notes within the configured local directory.

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