How Do Obsidian Bookmarks Work in Obsidian v1.2?

TL;DR

Obsidian v1.2 Bookmarks replace the Starred Core Plugin with a more flexible way to save, name, group, preview, and reopen notes. You can add bookmarks through the command palette or a hotkey, organize them in nested groups, and bookmark all open tabs at once. Read on for the exact steps and navigation options.

Transcript

• A debate that comes up again and again is how to organize your notes in Obsidian. Some people like me prefer to use links and metadata to do most of the heavy lifting. Some heathens prefer folders, even stranger, some others prefer tags. In this video, I'm gonna talk about the latest release of Obsidian version 1.2, and a new option that it bring... Read More

Key Insights

• 🎵 Obsidian 1.2 introduces the Bookmarks feature, which replaces the Starred Core Plugin, offering enhanced note organization capabilities.
• 👨‍🔬 Bookmarks can be used to save and group various types of content, including notes, folders, headings, searches, graphs, Excalidraw drawings, and PDFs.
• 👤 Users have the flexibility to add bookmarks through the command palette or assigned hotkeys, making it quick and convenient.
• 👥 Bookmark groups allow for better organization, and nested groups can create a hierarchical structure.
• 🤗 Keyboard shortcuts and navigation options provide efficient access to bookmarks, even without the side panel open.
• 🎵 Bookmarks can be used for quick reference, creating workspaces, or as temporary scratchpads, offering flexibility in personal note organization.
• 🙂 Exporting PDFs now automatically adapts to the light theme, making it easier to share notes with others.

Questions & Answers

Q: What are Bookmarks in Obsidian v1.2?

Bookmarks are a new organization feature that replaces the Starred Core Plugin. Unlike Starred, which mainly saved individual notes for quick reference, Bookmarks can be organized into groups and given descriptive names that differ from file names.

Q: How do I add a bookmark in Obsidian?

Open the file, launch the command palette, type “bookmark,” and select the bookmark command. You can also assign and use a hotkey if you bookmark items frequently.

Q: Can an Obsidian bookmark have a different name from its file?

Yes. When saving a bookmark, leave the title blank to use the file name or enter a more descriptive title without renaming the underlying file or note.

Q: How can I open or preview a bookmarked note?

Click a bookmark to open it, middle-click it to open it in a new tab, or right-click and choose to open it in a new window. You can also hold the Command key and hover over a bookmark to preview the note in the Bookmarks pane.

Q: Does removing a bookmark delete the associated file?

No, removing a bookmark does not remove or delete the file. You can remove it through the command palette, with a hotkey, or by right-clicking it in the Bookmarks panel.

Q: How do bookmark groups work in Obsidian?

A bookmark group works like a folder for organizing related bookmarks. Groups can be nested, creating a directory-like structure with subgroups underneath.

Q: Can I bookmark all open tabs at once?

Yes. Use the command palette and select “bookmark all tabs” to add the currently open pages to a bookmark group; the demonstration adds four open pages this way.

Q: Can I navigate Obsidian Bookmarks using only the keyboard?

Yes. A shortcut can open the Bookmarks panel even when the side panel is hidden or showing the file explorer. The arrow keys move up and down through bookmarks and expand or collapse bookmark groups.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Obsidian 1.2 introduces the Bookmarks feature, which enhances the previous Starred plugin by allowing users to save and group notes, folders, headings, searches, graphs, Excalidraw drawings, and even PDFs.

• Bookmarks automatically appear in the left side panel and can be easily added through the command palette or assigned hotkeys.

• Users can navigate and manage bookmarks using various shortcuts, and bookmark groups can be nested for better organization and quick reference.