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Android nomedia

calomancercalomancer

Hide media from your vault on Android devices by adding the 'nomedia' file to each folder.

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This is a short and simple plugin that add a '.nomedia' file to every folder within a vault.

Why would you want this?

This plugin is ideal for those who sync their vaults with their Android Powered Devices. The '.nomedia' file hide a folder and it's contents from Media pickers such a one used for choose the photo you want to share with your texts.

How often does this run?

This plugin runs on application start up and every time Obsidian Creates a Folder.

Android nomedia Disclaimer:

The Android nomedia plugin ("the plugin") is provided as-is, without any warranties or guarantees of any kind, expressed or implied. The use of this plugin is at your own risk.

The plugin author and contributors shall not be held responsible or liable for any damages, losses, or malfunctions caused by the use of the plugin. This includes, but is not limited to, any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages or losses arising from the use or inability to use the plugin.

The plugin author and contributors do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the plugin or its functionality. The plugin may not be error-free, and the plugin author and contributors make no representations or warranties regarding its operation or compatibility with other software or systems.

It is your responsibility to carefully evaluate the plugin and its suitability for your specific needs. You should always back up your data and exercise caution when using the plugin, especially when dealing with important or sensitive information.

By using the plugin, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer and assume all risks associated with its use.

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Create a .nomedia file in every folder of your vault to hide notes and images from Android media pickers. Run automatically at startup and whenever Obsidian creates a folder to keep new folders excluded from Android media indexing.
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Last updated
3 years ago
Created
4 years ago
Updates
1 release
Compatible with
Obsidian 0.0.1+
Platforms
Desktop, Mobile
License
GPL-3.0
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calomancercalomancer
www.jakeisawesome.com
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