wiki-lint

Identify orphan pages, dead links, and frontmatter gaps in Obsidian vaults.

Updated Jun 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deox420/second-brain --skill wiki-lint-deox420
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wiki-lint
Source: https://github.com/deox420/second-brain/tree/main/skills/wiki-lint
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deox420/second-brain --skill wiki-lint-deox420

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Health check the Obsidian wiki vault. Finds orphan pages, dead wikilinks, stale claims, missing cross-references, frontmatter gaps, and empty sections. Creates or updates Dataview dashboards. Generates canvas maps. Triggers on: lint, health check, clean up wiki, check the wiki, wiki maintenance, find orphans, wiki audit.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Wiki health checks identify orphan pages, dead links, missing cross-references, and frontmatter gaps, helping keep your vault coherent.
  • Dashboards & canvases generate at-a-glance health views with Dataview dashboards and overview canvases to track status and progress.
  • Operational workflows support scheduled or post-ingest lint cycles to maintain long-term vault quality and consistency.

Quick Start

Run wiki-lint after your ingestion pipeline to generate a lint report and suggested fixes.

Frequently Asked Questions about wiki-lint

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find orphan pages and dead links in my Obsidian wiki vault?

To find orphan pages and dead links in an Obsidian wiki vault, run a wiki health check to scan for broken connections and isolated notes, generating a comprehensive lint report detailing all structural issues.

What is Obsidian wiki vault maintenance and how does linting work?

Obsidian wiki vault maintenance via linting works by validating frontmatter, analyzing cross-references, and flagging stale claims or empty sections, producing a dated markdown report to track overall vault coherence.

How do I check for missing frontmatter gaps and empty sections in Obsidian?

To check for frontmatter gaps and empty sections in Obsidian, perform a wiki audit that validates metadata completeness and content depth, delivering suggested fixes within a structured lint report.

Can I generate Dataview dashboards and canvas maps from Obsidian vault health reports?

Yes, you can generate Dataview dashboards and overview canvases from Obsidian vault health reports, creating at-a-glance visual views to track operational status, maintenance progress, and structural coherence.

When should I run an Obsidian wiki audit or scheduled lint cycle?

You should run an Obsidian wiki audit after data ingests or on a scheduled maintenance cycle to ensure long-term vault quality, consistently identifying new dead links, orphans, and missing cross-references.

Does wiki-lint work without external dependencies for Obsidian vault checks?

Yes, wiki-lint operates without external dependencies to perform Obsidian vault checks, relying solely on internal logic to produce lint reports, Dataview dashboards, and overview canvases directly within your vault.