vault-recall

Retrieve contextual information from local Obsidian markdown vaults using ripgrep.

3|Updated Jul 9, 2026

Search Tags:#documentation #context #knowledge management #search #obsidian #ripgrep

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem --skill vault-recall

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: vault-recall
Source: https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem/tree/main/skills/vault-recall
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem --skill vault-recall

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ripgrep.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of information silos by allowing an AI to retrieve historical context, project decisions, and personal knowledge directly from your Obsidian notes before re-deriving information.

Core Features & Use Cases

Contextual Retrieval: Search across your vault to find the "why" behind past decisions, architecture, or incidents.
Graph Traversal: Navigate your notes like a graph using wikilinks, backlinks, and MOCs (Maps of Content) to find related information without reading entire folders.
Frugal Inspection: Use specialized commands to read specific sections or summaries, avoiding the cost and latency of reading full files.

Quick Start

Use the vault-recall skill to search your work vault for notes related to the current project architecture.

Frequently Asked Questions about vault-recall

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search my Obsidian vault for context from an AI assistant?▼

You can query your Obsidian vault for context by using a skill that leverages ripgrep to perform high-speed lexical search and link resolution across local markdown files. This retrieves historical project decisions and notes directly.

Can I navigate Obsidian wikilinks and backlinks to find related notes?▼

Yes, graph traversal navigates notes using wikilinks, backlinks, and Maps of Content to find related information. This avoids reading entire folders and connects related architecture or incident documentation.

Do I need ripgrep installed to search local Obsidian markdown files?▼

Yes, ripgrep is a required dependency for searching local Obsidian markdown files. It provides the high-speed lexical search capabilities needed to query vault content and resolve links efficiently.

What is the best way to retrieve incident post-mortems from an Obsidian vault?▼

The best way to retrieve incident post-mortems is using contextual retrieval to search existing documentation. This serves as the primary source of truth for technical research and knowledge management tasks.

How do I read specific sections of an Obsidian note without loading the full file?▼

Frugal inspection uses specialized commands to read specific sections or summaries of an Obsidian note. This avoids the cost and latency of reading full markdown files during knowledge retrieval.

Why does an AI need to search existing documentation before generating answers?▼

Searching existing documentation prevents information silos by allowing an AI to retrieve historical context and project decisions directly. This stops the AI from re-deriving information that is already documented.