obsidian

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

Updated Apr 10, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #markdown #search #obsidian #vault #notes

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework --skill obsidian-vyre-studios

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: obsidian
Source: https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework/tree/main/skills/note-taking/obsidian
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/VYRE-Studios/Windows-Agentic-Framework --skill obsidian-vyre-studios

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Users often struggle to manually browse, search, and edit notes within an Obsidian vault, leading to wasted time and fragmented knowledge.

Core Features & Use Cases

Read notes: Quickly view the contents of any markdown note in the vault.
List notes: Retrieve a flat or folder‑specific inventory of all notes.
Search: Find notes by filename or by text content across the vault.
Create and append notes: Generate new notes or add information to existing ones directly from commands.
Wikilinks: Preserve Obsidian’s [[Note Name]] linking syntax when creating or updating notes.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to create a note titled “Meeting Summary” containing the key discussion points from today.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search for text across my Obsidian vault?▼

To search your Obsidian vault, this skill scans markdown files within a specified directory to find notes by filename or by matching text content across the entire vault. It returns the located markdown files directly from your configured path.

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

Yes, you can create new markdown notes or append information to existing ones directly from commands. The skill preserves Obsidian’s [[Note Name]] wikilink syntax when adding text to ensure your vault linking remains intact.

Do I need an environment variable to read notes from my vault?▼

Yes, you need to set the OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH environment variable to point to your vault location. This environment variable allows the skill to locate the directory and use standard shell utilities for file manipulation and markdown note retrieval.

What is the best way to list all markdown files in an Obsidian vault?▼

The best way to list markdown files in an Obsidian vault is using the list notes function, which retrieves a flat or folder-specific inventory of all notes. This provides a clear overview of your personal knowledge base files.

Does the vault search preserve Obsidian wikilinks when creating notes?▼

Yes, when creating notes or appending information to existing ones, the skill preserves Obsidian’s [[Note Name]] linking syntax. This ensures your markdown files maintain their internal connections within the personal knowledge base.