obsidian

Read, list, search, create, and append notes in Obsidian vaults.

Updated May 13, 2026

Search Tags:#note-taking #AI assistance #knowledge management #information retrieval #obsidian

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/skkeoriw/hermes-brain --skill obsidian-skkeoriw

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Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/skkeoriw/hermes-brain/tree/main/brain/hermes-home/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/skkeoriw/hermes-brain --skill obsidian-skkeoriw

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of organizing and accessing notes in the Obsidian platform, providing an AI-powered solution to streamline note-taking and information retrieval.

Core Features & Use Cases

Note Reading: Quickly access and read notes stored in the Obsidian vault.
Note Listing: List all notes or notes within a specific folder.
Note Search: Search for notes by filename or content.
Note Creation: Create new notes with ease.
Note Editing: Append to existing notes.
Use Case: Imagine you need to find a specific note on a project that you've taken in Obsidian. Use this Skill to search for the note by name or content and open it directly.

Quick Start

Search for a note titled 'Project X' in your Obsidian vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I use AI to search and read notes in my Obsidian vault?▼

AI assistance searches and reads notes in your Obsidian vault by matching filenames or content. It retrieves requested notes directly, streamlining information retrieval without manual browsing.

Can I create and append text to existing notes in Obsidian using AI?▼

Yes, AI assistance can create new notes and append text to existing notes in Obsidian. It handles note creation and editing by performing basic file system operations to write content into your vault.

What environment setup is required for AI note management in Obsidian?▼

AI note management in Obsidian requires configuring the vault location using an environment variable. You must set this path variable correctly to allow the system to access and perform file system operations on your notes.

How do I list all notes within a specific folder in my Obsidian vault?▼

You can list all notes or notes within a specific folder in your Obsidian vault using the AI note listing feature. It scans the vault directory structure and returns the filenames for quick navigation and overview.

What are the limitations of using AI assistance for Obsidian knowledge management?▼

The limitations of AI assistance for Obsidian include relying on basic file system operations and environment variable access. It handles reading, listing, searching, creating, and appending to notes but lacks advanced markdown rendering or plugin execution capabilities.