save-term

Write a Term note for a term or phrase in the Brain vault.

7|Updated Dec 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff --skill save-term
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: save-term
Source: https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff/tree/main/skills/save-term
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nweii/agent-stuff --skill save-term

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines turning a term or coined phrase into a compact, consistently formatted Term note stored in the Brain vault under 02-Evergreen/Terms/.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Two-mode capture: record an encountered term with a source quote, or a coined term with a brief gloss.
  • Vault-aligned structure: writes notes that follow the existing Term note conventions (frontmatter, created/modified timestamps, icons, and linking).
  • Contextual integration: links to related terms and preserves source or usage context for future reference.

Quick Start

Provide the term or phrase to save and the skill will write a Term note to 02-Evergreen/Terms/.

Frequently Asked Questions about save-term

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I save a new term as an Obsidian vault note?

To save a term as an Obsidian vault note, provide the term or phrase to save. The skill writes a compact note to 02-Evergreen/Terms/ with vault-aligned frontmatter, timestamps, icons, and wikilinks.

Can I record both encountered quotes and coined phrases in Obsidian?

Yes, you can record encountered quotes and coined phrases in Obsidian. The skill supports two capture modes: saving an encountered term with its source quote, or a coined term with a brief gloss.

What is the best way to format knowledge-management notes for long-term organization?

The best way to format knowledge-management notes for long-term organization is by enforcing vault conventions. This skill produces compact Term notes that align with existing structures, preserving source context and linking related terms.

Does this note-taking approach require existing metadata conventions in my vault?

Yes, this note-taking approach requires existing metadata conventions in your vault. It enforces specific vault conventions for frontmatter, created/modified timestamps, icons, and wikilinks to align with your existing Term notes.

Why should I use dedicated Term notes instead of standard Obsidian pages?

You should use dedicated Term notes instead of standard Obsidian pages for long-term knowledge organization. They isolate terms with contextual integration, preserving the source quote or usage context while linking to related terms.

What limitations exist when saving coined terms to the 02-Evergreen directory?

A limitation when saving coined terms to the 02-Evergreen directory is that notes are restricted to a specific compact structure. The skill enforces strict vault conventions for metadata and linking, which may not suit unstructured drafts.