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Front Matter Timestamps

pookhaosc1pookhaosc111k downloads

Automatically manages and updates 'created' and 'modified' timestamps in the frontmatter of your notes.

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This plugin adds the created and modified timestamps in the front matter of your notes. The modified time is kept updated automatically. This helps keep track of when each file was last modified without relying on file attributes, which are prone to accidental changes (especially when syncing).


I built this plugin for my own use a few years ago, and it's been lovely to see so many others find it useful too. I can't always find time to get to every issue, so PRs – bug fixes and new features alike – are always very welcome. Thank you to everyone who's contributed and shared feedback. 💛

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Add created and modified timestamps to a note's front matter. Keep the modified timestamp updated automatically to record last edits independent of file attributes that may change during syncing.
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Details
Current version
1.5.4
Last updated
Last month
Created
2 years ago
Updates
15 releases
Downloads
11k
Compatible with
Obsidian 0.15.0+
Platforms
Desktop, Mobile
License
MIT
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pookhaosc1pookhaosc1
github.com/lighthousedino
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