The BibDesk Integration plugin connects Obsidian with the macOS BibDesk application, allowing users to manage and open PDFs linked to BibTeX entries. It works with external BibTeX files and uses BibDesk’s macOS bookmark system, ensuring seamless file access even if files are moved or renamed. The plugin features an optimized BibTeX parser designed for speed and efficiency, processing data on a separate thread to minimize performance impact. It integrates with the PDF++ plugin, enabling users to open PDFs stored outside their vault. The plugin also provides a fuzzy search modal for selecting papers and supports large external libraries without requiring them to be stored in the Obsidian vault.

The Paste Quote plugin streamlines the process of formatting and citing quotations when pasting them into Obsidian. It automatically adjusts pasted text based on cursor position, converting it into a block quote or inline quote as needed. The plugin supports citation formatting for quotes copied from the Kindle app, ensuring proper attribution using title and page numbers or Pandoc-style citations if a references section is present.

The Reference Generator plugin simplifies the creation of bibliographies within Obsidian by transforming links into formatted citations. Supporting over 2,000 citation styles including Harvard, MLA, and APA, the plugin allows users to generate references for single or multiple links with options for default or customized styles. It fetches citation data such as authors and titles using the Citoid API, while style files are retrieved dynamically. Users can manage settings for sorting, citation style defaults, and error handling when links are unreachable. Designed for academics and researchers, this plugin streamlines the citation process, improving productivity in managing scholarly notes.