LIlinkage·Jan 26, 2026
Omnisearch is the closest equivalent: https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch
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scambier / obsidian-omnisearch
obsidian-omnisearch
A search engine that "just works" for Obsidian.
4Distinct people
6Mentions
0Explicit recommenders
2.2KGitHub stars
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What it is
A search engine that "just works" for Obsidian.
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Where it is used
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| 2022 | 2022-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2023-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 2023-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2024-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2024-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2025-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2025-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2026-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 (partial) | 2026-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 2027-01-01 00:00:00 UTC | 1 | 0 | 1 |
What Hacker News says
6 sourcesFor Obsidian, I use hierarchal tags (eg. #python/django/models) and the Omnisearch extension[1] for resurfacing and I don't have any complaints.
For tags, I use it much like a file navigator. In fact, it sits exactly where the files tree is in the default config. But, instead of files, its hierarchal tags.
1. https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch
In PKM apps need to get better at resurfacing informationI flagged this submission because nvAlt is and has, been obsolete for quite some time and does not run on most modern setups without some hacking. The nvAlt author is trying to get people to stop using it. In fact, the author reminded people of it being obsolete this weekend[1].
nvAlt's logical successor is nvUltra[2], which has been in beta and slow development for several years. Last I was in the private beta, the users forum was filled with complaints about the slow progress of development, so maybe keep that in mind before choosing nvUltra.
I was a long-time user of nvAlt and have since migrated to Obsidian[3]. With the Omnisearch plugin[4] and some UI settings adjustments, you can get pretty close to the nvAlt experience.
1. https://brettterpstra.com/2024/04/20/a-plea-to-nvalt-users/
2. https://nvultra.com/
3. https://obsidian.md
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Read the rest
https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch (but install from within Obsidian itself)
In the past I have used Omnisearch which I have found to be an improvement.
https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch
In Obsidian-Copilot: A Prototype Assistant for Writing and ThinkingPersonally, I tend to think that is OK not to use the tool the way they say it should be used on their websites. I use Obsidian but never cared about neither the mapping/backlinks, logging, etc.
However, when needed, it is there. Here is a tiny tip I found a few days back -- try Obsidian with the Plugin Omnisearch[1]. I'm surprised why this is not built-in like Sublime Text. These tools are a beautiful sanctuary -- a happy place -- if you will, for you to write and be at home.
1. https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch
In Logseq: Privacy-First, Joyful Platform for Knowledge ManagementA few tips for those new to Obsidian:
- Don't rush to install a bunch of plugins. Start with the defaults, learn Obisidian and add only what you need. It is easy for some to spend more time tweaking Obsidian than actually using it.
- If you're a macOS user, check out the Minimal theme, which will make Obsidian feel more native. -> https://minimal.guide/Home
- When you are ready for plugins, you may want Omnisearch[1] to be one of your first.
I used to organize stuff into folders, now I pretty much just create a note at the vault's root level and use tagging and good semantics and use Omnisearch to pull up notes.
1. https://github.com/scambier/obsidian-omnisearch
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