The Card View Switcher plugin enhances Obsidian's search functionality by offering a quick-switching card view for searching files. It includes three search modes: Recent Search for the 10 most recently opened files, Normal Search for all file names, and Random Search which randomly selects 10 files. Users can easily switch between these modes using simple prefixes, such as `'`, `Space`, or `;`. The plugin streamlines navigation, providing a fast and visual way to explore your vault's contents with a card-based interface.

The Notes Explorer plugin offers a visually rich way to browse and organize notes by displaying them as cards in either a masonry or gallery layout. Users can sort notes based on modification date, creation time, or filename, and apply filters to hide empty notes or focus on specific folders, including subfolders. Clicking on a folder in the file explorer opens an explorer board tailored to that folder's contents. The plugin also supports visual tagging using background or sidebar color indicators. Originally a fork of the Cards View plugin, Notes Explorer has evolved with additional customization options, making it ideal for users who prefer a more visual approach to navigating their vault.

The Banyan plugin transforms how you browse, filter, and rediscover your notes through a visual card-based interface. It's built for users who jot down quick notes without stressing over perfect titles or folder structures. The card view displays each note with a preview, tags, and optional quick actions like pinning or deleting. Powerful compound filtering lets you search notes by multiple tags, time ranges, or keywords, and you can save these filter conditions for repeated use. A built-in random review tool helps surface forgotten notes, while a heat map offers insights into your writing habits.

The Quick Cards plugin enhances directory navigation in Obsidian by displaying files in a directory as visually appealing cards. Each card showcases the note title, creation date, and a brief summary, making it easier to browse and manage notes. Users can open notes directly by clicking on a card or create new notes via a dedicated plus button. The plugin also supports automatic directory switching, adapting the displayed cards to the folder of the currently opened file. Additionally, the card appearance can be customized by modifying the included CSS file, allowing for a tailored visual experience.