The Novel Word Count plugin allows users to track a wide range of statistics for files, folders, and entire vaults directly in Obsidian's File Explorer pane. It provides real-time updates for metrics like word count, page count, reading time, character count, and even custom properties from frontmatter. The plugin allows users to display up to three statistics at once, offering flexibility to customize what data appears next to each file or folder. Users can set word count goals for specific notes and track progress as a percentage. Folder statistics roll up data from contained files, providing a comprehensive view. It includes filtering options to exclude specific files, folders, or code blocks from word counts. The plugin is designed for writers, researchers, and anyone managing large collections of notes who want to measure writing productivity in detail.

Obsidian Plugin Spotlight: Quick Explorer This week, I'm excited to share with you another fantastic Obsidian plugin that has recently been released: Quick Explorer. This plugin is designed to enhance your file exploration experience in Obsidian, making it easier and more efficient to navigate your vault. What does Quick Explorer do? With Quick Explorer, you can browse your vault or current folder quickly and easily using a dropdown menu. You can use the keyboard or mouse to navigate through the menu, selecting files and folders with ease. The plugin also includes several hotkeyable commands that allow you to jump between files and folders quickly. Key Features * Browse vault: Opens the dropdown for the vault root * Browse current folder: Opens the dropdown for the active file's containing folder * Go to next file in folder: Opens the next file in the active file's folder * Go to previous file in folder: Opens the previous file in the active file's folder * Go to first file in folder: Opens the first file in the active file's folder * Go to last file in folder: Opens the last file in the active file's folder Limitations While Quick Explorer is a powerful plugin, there are a few limitations to keep in mind: * Files are always sorted in ascending name order (using the same collation rules as the file-explorer view) * You can drag things *out of* the dropdowns, but you can't drop anything *into* them * There is no way to configure sorting or grouping of files * Only "inside same"-style folder notes are supported Conclusion Quick Explorer is a fantastic plugin that can greatly enhance your file exploration experience in Obsidian. With its simple and intuitive interface, it's easy to navigate your vault and find the files you need quickly. While there are some limitations to keep in mind, I highly recommend giving this plugin a try if you're looking for a better way to manage your files in Obsidian. Get Quick Explorer You can download Quick Explorer from the Obsidian community forum or by searching for it in the Obsidian plugin store. If you have any questions or need help installing or configuring the plugin, feel free to ask in the comments below!

Focus file explorer on chosen folder and its files and subdirectories, while hiding all the other elements.

The Simple Focus plugin for Obsidian offers a streamlined way to concentrate on specific files or folders by decluttering the file explorer. With a simple right-click, you can "focus" on a chosen file or folder, instantly hiding all other items from view. This feature is perfect for users who work on large projects and need to eliminate distractions when editing or organizing notes. Ideal for minimalists and productivity enthusiasts, the plugin helps maintain a clean workspace within Obsidian, allowing users to zero in on their current tasks. Whether you're drafting a document, managing a folder of resources, or working through a focused writing session, this plugin simplifies your workflow with an intuitive and efficient interface. Installation is straightforward, and the plugin supports macOS and iOS platforms, making it accessible for a wide range of Obsidian users.

The Prominent Bookmarked Files plugin is a game-changer for those who frequently use bookmarks to organize their notes. With this plugin, you can make your bookmarked files stand out within the Obsidian File Explorer, giving you instant visibility into which files are most important or relevant to your current project. By customizing the appearance of these highlighted files, you can tailor the layout and style to fit your workflow needs. This plugin is a must-have for anyone who relies on bookmarks to keep their notes organized and easily accessible.

The Reveal Active File Button plugin adds a convenient button to Obsidian's interface that reveals the location of the currently active file in the File Explorer. This feature provides a quick way to locate and view neighboring files within the same directory. Instead of using the existing command or pane menu option, users can simply click the crosshairs icon to scroll the File Explorer to the active file's position. The plugin enhances workflow efficiency, especially in large vaults or folders with numerous files, where locating a file manually can be tedious. If the file position is not accurate on the first click, a second click ensures the file is correctly highlighted.

The Frontmatter Alias Display plugin is a game-changer for Obsidian users who utilize the Zettelkasten method. This plugin allows you to display frontmatter aliases as note titles in the File Explorer, making it easier to navigate your notes. Instead of seeing arbitrary IDs like `202303041748`, you can now see more informative titles like `the difference between .prototype and .constructor`. This feature combines the benefits of using note IDs for linking with the readability of descriptive titles. With this plugin, you can use Obsidian's link alias syntax to link to notes while displaying a custom title.

The File Explorer Markdown Titles plugin enhances Obsidian’s file explorer by displaying the first markdown header from each note alongside its filename in the sidebar. This provides quick visibility into the content of notes without opening them. Additionally, it updates the graph view to replace note titles with their markdown headers, offering a more informative and content-focused visualization of your notes. The plugin operates seamlessly without requiring configuration, making it a simple and effective tool for better navigation and overview of your vault.