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Custom new file name

hokolamphokolamp2k downloads

Enables the creation of new notes with custom formatted names, including dynamic datetime stamps.

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Obsidian Custom New File Name is a plugin for Obsidian that enables the creation of new notes with custom formatted names, including dynamic datetime stamps.

Usage

After installation, right-click on any folder in the file explorer to see the "New Note (with Custom Name)" option. Clicking this option will create a new note with a name formatted according to your settings.

Setting the Format

  1. Go to Settings > Custom New File Name.
  2. Enter your desired format in the "New File Name Format" field. For example, Meeting Notes {{datetime:YYYY-MM-DD HH:mm}}.
  3. Click Save to apply the changes.
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Create new notes with custom-formatted filenames using template tokens and dynamic datetime stamps. Right-click any folder in the file explorer to generate a new note named according to your chosen format.
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Details
Current version
1.0.8
Last updated
2 years ago
Created
2 years ago
Updates
9 releases
Downloads
2k
Compatible with
Obsidian 1.5.12+
Platforms
Desktop, Mobile
License
MIT
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Author
hokolamphokolamp
github.com/homu-konamilk
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