Custom File Viewer
peabody281k downloadsOpen files with custom external applications based on file extension
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A plugin for Obsidian that allows you to open non-markdown files using custom external applications, based on file extensions.
Features
- Automatically opens files (e.g.,
.py,.sh,.yaml, etc.) with the application you specify. - Configurable mapping of file extensions to application paths.
- Separate default app for all unmapped extensions.
- Optional ignore list for specific file types (e.g.,
.md, images, video). - Seamless integration into the Obsidian file explorer — just click a file, and it opens in your external app.
Installation
- Clone or download this repository.
- Build the plugin (see below) or use the pre-built version if available.
- Copy
main.jsto your Obsidian plugins directory: - Enable the plugin in Obsidian → Settings → Community Plugins → Installed plugins.
Build Instructions
If you're modifying the source:
npm install
npm run build
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Open non‑Markdown files in external applications based on file extension. Map extensions to specific application paths, set a default app for unmapped types, and ignore chosen extensions. Click files in the Obsidian file explorer to launch them in your configured apps.Details
Current version
1.0.0
Last updated
Last year
Created
Last year
Updates
1 release
Downloads
1k
Compatible with
Obsidian 0.15.0+
Platforms
Desktop only
License
MIT