obsidian-tasks

Manage Obsidian tasks by manipulating Dataview inline fields.

2|Updated Aug 1, 2024

Search Tags:#markdown #obsidian #vault #tasks #dataview #recurrence

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npx skills add https://github.com/Kabilan108/dotfiles --skill obsidian-tasks

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian-tasks
Source: https://github.com/Kabilan108/dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/obsidian-tasks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Kabilan108/dotfiles --skill obsidian-tasks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you manage Obsidian tasks by interpreting and manipulating tasks that use Dataview inline fields within a vault, reducing manual editing and querying time.

Core Features & Use Cases

Dataview-based task queries: search, filter, and sort tasks across notes using fields like due, scheduled, start, created, done, priority, and recurrence.
Task creation and editing: add or update tasks directly in notes, including metadata and recurrence.
Use Case: envision updating all overdue tasks to include a new tag or moving scheduled tasks to due dates across multiple notes.

Quick Start

To begin, ensure Obsidian is set up with the Obsidian Tasks and Dataview plugins, then use this skill to query or modify tasks within your vault using natural language prompts.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-tasks

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate Obsidian tasks using Dataview inline fields?▼

Automating Obsidian tasks involves interpreting and manipulating Dataview inline fields like due, scheduled, start, created, done, priority, and recurrence to create, edit, query, and filter tasks across notes.

Do I need the Obsidian Tasks and Dataview plugins to manage markdown tasks?▼

Yes, managing markdown tasks with this approach requires the Obsidian Tasks and Dataview plugins installed within your Obsidian vault to interpret inline fields and execute task queries.

Can I bulk update overdue tasks or move scheduled tasks to due dates across multiple notes?▼

Yes, you can bulk update overdue tasks to include new tags or move scheduled tasks to due dates across multiple notes by querying and editing Dataview inline fields.

How does task recurrence and priority filtering work in an Obsidian vault?▼

Task recurrence and priority filtering works by querying Dataview inline fields within notes, allowing you to sort, filter, and organize tasks based on their recurrence rules and priority levels.

What is the best way to organize and query Obsidian tasks by scheduled and due dates?▼

The best way to organize and query Obsidian tasks is by using Dataview inline fields for scheduled and due dates, enabling automated filtering and sorting across your vault notes.