Why use this instead of direct file reading/writing?

Use this skill when you need Obsidian-specific features like wikilink resolution, template insertion, or plugin-aware data management that raw Markdown files don't provide.

Is this skill suitable for high-speed bulk operations?

No. Each command takes 3-5 seconds as it invokes the Electron app. For simple bulk edits where link resolution isn't required, direct file I/O is recommended.

Can I manage frontmatter properties with this skill?

Yes, it includes dedicated commands for reading, setting, and removing type-aware properties such as tags, dates, checkboxes, and lists.

Does Obsidian need to be open to use this skill?

Yes, the obsidian-cli communicates with the running Obsidian desktop app via IPC. The application must be active for the commands to execute.

Does it support multiple Obsidian vaults?

Yes, you can target specific vaults by passing the vault name as a parameter, or let it default to the currently active vault in the desktop app.

Obsidian CLI Integration

Name: Obsidian CLI Integration
Author: stonelyd

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Productivity & Workflow

Controls Obsidian desktop vaults through the command line to manage notes, tasks, properties, and plugins with full link resolution support.

This skill empowers Claude to programmatically interact with Obsidian vaults by leveraging the Obsidian CLI. Unlike direct file I/O, this skill utilizes Obsidian's internal logic for wikilink resolution, backlink tracking, and property management, making it ideal for complex Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) workflows. It allows for advanced operations such as applying templates, managing daily notes, querying plugin-based data, and interacting with core Obsidian features while the desktop application is running, ensuring that metadata and links remain consistent with the app's internal database.

Key Features

01Full-text vault search with line context and integrated search-to-UI capabilities

02Task management and tracking across the entire vault or specific project files

03Comprehensive note management including creation with templates and wikilink resolution

04Plugin and sync status management, including local and sync version history restoration

050 GitHub stars

06Advanced property (frontmatter) manipulation with type-aware editing for dates, tags, and lists

Use Cases

01Automating the creation of daily notes or project logs using existing Obsidian templates

02Bulk updating frontmatter properties or tags across a large collection of notes without breaking link integrity

03Programmatically querying vault links and backlinks to generate summaries or knowledge maps

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add stonelyd/seiraiyu-skills obsidian-cli

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Key Features

01Full-text vault search with line context and integrated search-to-UI capabilities

02Task management and tracking across the entire vault or specific project files

03Comprehensive note management including creation with templates and wikilink resolution

04Plugin and sync status management, including local and sync version history restoration

050 GitHub stars

06Advanced property (frontmatter) manipulation with type-aware editing for dates, tags, and lists

Use Cases

01Automating the creation of daily notes or project logs using existing Obsidian templates

02Bulk updating frontmatter properties or tags across a large collection of notes without breaking link integrity

03Programmatically querying vault links and backlinks to generate summaries or knowledge maps