What is Obsidian Flavored Markdown?

Obsidian Flavored Markdown (OFM) is an extension of standard Markdown used by the Obsidian app, featuring special syntax for internal linking, note embedding, and metadata.

How does this skill handle note metadata?

It manages YAML frontmatter at the top of files, allowing Claude to read and write properties such as tags, aliases, and custom data fields.

Does it support visual elements like diagrams?

Yes, it includes full support for Mermaid.js diagrams and LaTeX math equations, ensuring they render correctly within the Obsidian interface.

Can this skill create links between notes?

Yes, it supports standard wikilinks like [[Note Name]], as well as advanced links to specific headings or block IDs for granular referencing.

Obsidian Markdown Support

Name: Obsidian Markdown Support
Author: lngyneric

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Content Management

Generates and manages Obsidian Flavored Markdown notes using specialized syntax like wikilinks, callouts, and properties.

This skill enables Claude Code to function as a power user within Obsidian vaults by mastering Obsidian's specific Markdown extensions. It allows for the creation of richly formatted notes that utilize wikilinks for internal connectivity, complex callouts for visual organization, and YAML frontmatter for robust metadata management. By understanding the nuances of Obsidian's syntax—including block references, Mermaid diagrams, and LaTeX math—this skill ensures that all documentation generated is fully compatible with Obsidian's graph view and search features, making it ideal for maintaining a personal knowledge base or project documentation.

Key Features

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02Support for wikilinks, block references, and internal heading links

03Automated YAML frontmatter and property management

04Obsidian-specific media embeds and image scaling syntax

05Integration of Mermaid diagrams and LaTeX math blocks

06Advanced callout formatting including foldable and nested types

Use Cases

01Building and organizing a personal knowledge base or 'Second Brain' directly through Claude Code.

02Automating the creation of daily logs, meeting notes, and project dashboards with specific metadata.

03Converting standard documentation into Obsidian-compatible notes with linked references.

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add lngyneric/my-notebook-github obsidian-markdown

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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