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wiki-query

Query the Obsidian wiki and synthesize cited answers from cached pages.

Updated Jun 13, 2026
Search Tags:#knowledge management#Obsidian#second brain#wiki query#AI note-taking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/byrider/claude-obsidian --skill wiki-query-byrider
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wiki-query
Source: https://github.com/byrider/claude-obsidian/tree/main/skills/wiki-query
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/byrider/claude-obsidian --skill wiki-query-byrider

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps answer questions using the Obsidian wiki vault. It reads the hot cache, index, and relevant pages, synthesizes answers with citations, and files good answers back as wiki pages.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Wiki Query: Answers questions by reading the wiki and synthesizing the information.
  • Quick, Standard, and Deep Modes: Offers different levels of query depth based on the complexity of the question.
  • Answer Filing: Files good answers back into the wiki for knowledge compounding.

Quick Start

Ask "What do you know about [topic]?" to query the wiki for information on a specific topic.

Frequently Asked Questions about wiki-query

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query my Obsidian wiki vault to synthesize answers with citations?▼

To query your Obsidian wiki vault, this Skill reads the hot cache, index, and relevant pages to synthesize cited answers. It directly accesses your local wiki vault files to retrieve and compile the requested information.

Can I file AI note-taking insights back into my second brain automatically?▼

Yes, you can file AI note-taking insights back into your second brain. When the Skill generates a good answer, it saves the synthesized response directly back into the Obsidian wiki as a new page for knowledge compounding.

What is the difference between quick, standard, and deep query modes in Obsidian?▼

Quick, standard, and deep query modes offer different levels of search depth for your Obsidian wiki. You choose the mode based on the complexity of your question, allowing either fast retrieval or thorough synthesis of indexed pages.

Do I need an existing Obsidian vault setup to use AI knowledge management queries?▼

Yes, you need an existing Obsidian vault setup. The Skill requires direct access to the Obsidian wiki vault and its associated files, including the hot cache and index, to perform AI knowledge management queries.

What's the best way to search a second brain vault for specific topic information?▼

The best way to search a second brain vault is to ask a direct question like 'What do you know about [topic]?'. The Skill queries the Obsidian wiki, reading the hot cache and relevant pages to synthesize a cited answer.

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