Obsidian

• ✓Local storage of notes
• ✓Markdown support
• ✓Graph view for note connections
• ✓Extensive plugin ecosystem
• ✓End-to-end encrypted sync
• ✓Version history
• ✓Collaboration tools
• ✓Customizable themes

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• ＋Local storage of notes
• ＋Markdown support
• ＋Graph view for note connections
• ＋Extensive plugin ecosystem
• ＋End-to-end encrypted sync
• ＋Version history
• ＋Collaboration tools
• ＋Customizable themes

• −No built-in cloud storage in free version
• −Mobile sync requires paid plan
• −Advanced features require plugin installation

Pricing model: Freemiumⓘ · from $4. No plan details yet.

Obsidian is a privacy-focused, markdown-based note-taking app with powerful linking capabilities and extensive customization options through plugins.

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1. 1

   Download and install the app

   Visit the official Obsidian website and download the application for your operating system. Follow the installation instructions to set it up on your computer.

2. 2

   Create your first vault

   Open Obsidian and create a new 'vault', which is a folder on your computer where all your notes will be stored locally as Markdown files.

3. 3

   Write a note using Markdown

   Create a new note and start writing. You can use simple Markdown syntax for formatting, like using hashtags for headings or brackets for links to other notes.

4. 4

   Link your notes together

   Start connecting your ideas by creating links between notes. Type double brackets [[Note Name]] to link to another note, building your personal knowledge network.

5. 5

   Explore the graph view

   Open the graph view panel to see a visual map of all your notes and their connections. This helps you understand the relationships within your knowledge base.

6. 6

   Browse and install community plugins

   Go to the settings and explore the community plugins section. You can find and install plugins to add new features and customize your Obsidian experience.

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Versioned field history and change tracking will appear here as the tool is enriched and updated (Phase 2+).