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Dynamic Highlights for Obsidian

Dynamically highlight text based on cursor selection or search query with full regex, mobile, and live preview support.

Best For

researchersstudentspower userswritersacademics

Key Use Cases

  • Highlighting key terms while reviewing notes
  • Using regex to mark all occurrences of a pattern
  • Temporarily emphasizing text matching a search query

Pros

  • Real-time highlighting as you type or select
  • Supports complex regex patterns
  • Works in Live Preview and on mobile

Limitations

  • Requires regex knowledge for advanced use
  • May clutter view with too many highlights

Tags

highlightingregexdynamicselectionsearchlive-preview

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