wiki-mode

Route wiki content into LYT, PARA, Zettelkasten, or generic vault structures.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

wiki-mode lets you declare and apply a vault organization methodology (LYT / PARA / Zettelkasten / Generic) and ensures new pages are filed according to the active mode, enabling consistent structure across wiki-ingest, save, and autoresearch.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Declares a vault mode via .vault-meta/mode.json and routes content accordingly.
  • Supports four filing conventions (LYT, PARA, Zettelkasten, Generic) to cover common knowledge-work styles.
  • Provides mode-aware routing for new sources, entities, concepts, sessions, and research outputs to the appropriate wiki structure.

Quick Start

Run the mode setup to select a vault methodology and begin filing new pages according to the chosen mode.

Frequently Asked Questions about wiki-mode

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize an Obsidian vault using PARA or Zettelkasten methodology?

You can declare a vault organization methodology like PARA or Zettelkasten to enforce consistent structure. The Skill reads configuration from .vault-meta/mode.json and automatically routes new pages and research outputs to the appropriate folders based on the selected mode.

What is the best way to route new wiki content into an LYT vault structure?

The best way to route wiki content into an LYT vault structure is to declare the methodology in .vault-meta/mode.json. This automatically applies mode-aware routing for wiki-ingest, save, and autoresearch operations to file pages according to your chosen convention.

Can I switch between different vault filing conventions like LYT, PARA, and Zettelkasten?

Yes, you can switch between LYT, PARA, Zettelkasten, and Generic filing conventions. Running the mode setup allows you to select a new vault methodology, which updates the configuration and enforces the corresponding mode-specific routing for new pages.

Does wiki-mode work with automated research outputs and wiki-ingest processes?

Yes, wiki-mode provides mode-aware routing for wiki-ingest, save, and autoresearch processes. It ensures that automated research outputs, new sources, entities, and concepts are filed according to the active methodology declared in your vault configuration.

How do I set up mode-specific routing for my knowledge vault?

To set up mode-specific routing, run the mode setup to select a vault methodology and generate the .vault-meta/mode.json configuration file. This enforces routing rules for filing new pages and research outputs within the chosen framework.

What happens if I don't declare a vault methodology before filing new pages?

Without declaring a vault methodology, new pages and research outputs lack mode-aware routing. Declaring a mode via .vault-meta/mode.json is required to enforce a consistent filing convention across wiki-ingest, save, and autoresearch operations.