Question 1

How do I set up NotesMD CLI on a headless server?

Accepted Answer

Create a JSON configuration file at ~/.config/obsidian/obsidian.json with vault paths, as explained in the README's headless setup section. Use absolute paths and avoid ~ expansion for reliability.

Question 2

NotesMD CLI vs official Obsidian CLI: what's the difference?

Accepted Answer

NotesMD CLI works without Obsidian running, supporting full headless operation, while the official CLI may require the app. NotesMD CLI also offers JSON output and editor integration, making it better for automation.

Question 3

Can I edit frontmatter in bulk with NotesMD CLI?

Accepted Answer

Yes, use the frontmatter command with scripting loops and JSON output from other commands. However, bulk operations require custom shell scripts, as the CLI handles one note at a time.

Question 4

How to integrate NotesMD CLI with my shell scripts?

Accepted Answer

Leverage commands with --no-interactive or --format json flags, like search-content --format json, to pipe data into scripts. Set default vaults and open types for consistent behavior.

Question 5

Does NotesMD CLI support Obsidian's daily note templates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it reads .obsidian/daily-notes.json for folder, format, and template settings if available. Otherwise, it uses defaults, ensuring compatibility with existing configurations.

Question 6

What editors work with the --editor flag?

Accepted Answer

Terminal editors (e.g., vim, nano) and GUI editors with wait flags (e.g., VSCode, Sublime Text) are supported. The CLI automatically adds --wait for known GUI editors to block until file closure.

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