New Filename for Obsidian
Customize the default filename for new notes. Useful for setting consistent naming patterns across your vault.
Best For
Key Use Cases
- Setting a date-based prefix for daily notes
- Adding a custom prefix like 'draft-' to all new notes
- Avoiding generic 'Untitled' filenames
Pros
- Simple and focused functionality
- Lightweight, no bloat
- Integrates well with other plugins
Limitations
- Only changes the default filename, not other aspects of note creation
- Limited to a static pattern without dynamic variables
Tags
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