mcp-obsidian
npxBasicThe mcp-obsidian server allows AI agents to interact with Obsidian vaults. It provides tools to read, write, and search notes, manage tags, and extract metadata. It connects directly to local Obsidian vaults via the filesystem. Developers use it to build AI-powered note-taking assistants, automate knowledge management, and enhance personal productivity workflows.
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Overview
The mcp-obsidian server allows AI agents to interact with Obsidian vaults. It provides tools to read, write, and search notes, manage tags, and extract metadata. It connects directly to local Obsidian vaults via the filesystem. Developers use it to build AI-powered note-taking assistants, automate knowledge management, and enhance personal productivity workflows.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y mcp-obsidian2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-obsidian-npm": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y mcp-obsidian"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp-obsidian?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp-obsidian
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp-obsidian. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP-OBSIDIAN_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp-obsidian API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp-obsidian?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp-obsidian"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp-obsidian with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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