obsidian-vault

Enforce frontmatter, PARA placement, and cross-linking standards in Obsidian vaults.

Updated Feb 4, 2026

Search Tags:#workflow #documentation #obsidian #vault #knowledge-management #tagging #cross-linking

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npx skills add https://github.com/cbown75/ai --skill obsidian-vault-cbown75

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Skill: obsidian-vault
Source: https://github.com/cbown75/ai/tree/main/.claude/skills/obsidian-vault
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cbown75/ai --skill obsidian-vault-cbown75

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill defines mandatory behaviors and standards for ALL Obsidian vault operations, ensuring consistent writing, searching, cross-linking, and documentation across the knowledge base.

Core Features & Use Cases

Enforces a vault-config with path, search and index commands for central control.
Mandates search-first, duplicate checks, and auto-cross-linking to avoid orphaned notes and improve discoverability.
Applies PARA methodology and robust documentation standards (frontmatter, tags, hierarchical structure, and cross-document relationships) to guide consistent vault usage.
Use Case: When creating or updating notes, ensure proper cross-links and taxonomy are applied, then verify the vault contents are organized and easily navigable.

Quick Start

Set VAULT_PATH and trigger phrases to write or search notes in the Obsidian vault.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-vault

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I standardize frontmatter and tags across an Obsidian vault?▼

Standardize Obsidian vault frontmatter by enforcing mandatory metadata fields including tags, date, and type. This ensures consistent knowledge management and supports structured documentation across all notes.

How do I prevent orphaned notes when writing documentation in Obsidian?▼

Prevent orphaned notes in Obsidian documentation by enforcing a search-first duplicate check and applying mandatory cross-linking requirements. This auto-links new entries to existing knowledge, improving discoverability.

What is the best way to organize an Obsidian vault using PARA methodology?▼

Organize an Obsidian vault using PARA methodology by enforcing strict placement rules for Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives. This hierarchy guides consistent vault usage and maintains navigable knowledge structures.

Can I automate search and indexing for knowledge management in Obsidian?▼

Automate Obsidian vault search and indexing by configuring a central vault-config with defined paths and search commands. This enables centralized control over knowledge retrieval and cross-referencing operations.

Why do I need structured documentation standards for cross-linking in a knowledge base?▼

Structured documentation standards are needed for cross-linking to enforce hierarchical relationships and validated tags across the knowledge base. This maintains consistent references and ensures reliable note navigation.