What is Obsidian Flavored Markdown?

It is a set of extensions to standard Markdown used by the Obsidian app, including features like [[wikilinks]], > [!info] callouts, and YAML frontmatter properties.

Does it support Obsidian's callout system?

Yes, the skill covers all standard callout types like 'note', 'tip', 'warning', and 'danger', including support for foldable callouts.

Can Claude manage my note metadata with this skill?

Absolutely. It includes instructions for managing the 'Properties' (YAML frontmatter) at the start of notes for tags, aliases, and custom fields.

Can this skill help me link between notes?

Yes, it provides Claude with the syntax rules for creating internal links to notes, specific headings, and even individual blocks using unique IDs.

Is Mermaid diagramming supported?

Yes, the skill enables Claude to generate valid Mermaid syntax for flowcharts and diagrams that render natively within Obsidian.

Obsidian Flavored Markdown

Name: Obsidian Flavored Markdown
Author: MAKKY013

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Content Management

Enables Claude to create and manage notes using Obsidian-specific syntax like wikilinks, callouts, and properties.

This skill equips Claude Code with the specialized knowledge required to interact with Obsidian vaults and personal knowledge bases. It provides comprehensive support for Obsidian Flavored Markdown (OFM), including complex features like wikilinks, block references, foldable callouts, and YAML frontmatter properties. Whether you are restructuring an existing vault, generating interlinked project documentation, or creating rich media embeds, this skill ensures that Claude's output is perfectly formatted for the Obsidian ecosystem, maintaining compatibility with its unique rendering engine and organizational features.

Key Features

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02Advanced callout formatting with support for foldable states and custom types

03Integration of complex embeds for notes, images, PDFs, and search results

04Comprehensive YAML frontmatter management for note properties and metadata

05Full support for wikilinks, including heading and block-level referencing

06Support for specialized blocks like Mermaid diagrams, LaTeX math, and task lists

Use Cases

01Automating the creation and interlinking of notes in a personal knowledge base

02Standardizing project documentation with consistent Obsidian-specific properties and tags

03Generating complex technical diagrams and math formulas within an Obsidian environment

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add makky013/obsidian-skills obsidian-markdown

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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