Obsidian Bases Skill

Workflow

1. Read the target .base file when editing, and inspect the vault's relevant note properties and conventions before creating or changing a view.
2. Define which notes belong in the base, then choose views and displayed properties. Read Schema and Views before using nested filters, grouping, summaries or view-specific settings.
3. Add formulas when needed. Read Properties and Formulas for file properties, this, date arithmetic and formula examples; consult Functions Reference for the functions actually used.
4. For a task tracker, reading list or daily-note index, read the corresponding complete example before adapting it. Preserve the vault's actual field names and types.
5. Save a .base file with valid YAML in the intended vault location, then run the validation below.

Minimal Base

A base is a YAML file with the .base extension. This example lists active notes and computes a date-derived column. Adapt status and due_date to the vault.