Unread Badge for Obsidian
Shows an unread badge next to notes and folders that have been modified but not yet opened, helping you keep track of changes in your vault.
Best For
Key Use Cases
- Tracking which notes have been updated since last viewing
- Quickly identifying new or modified content in collaborative vaults
- Maintaining awareness of changes in a large personal knowledge base
Pros
- Simple and lightweight
- Provides immediate visual feedback on unread changes
- Works on both notes and folders
Limitations
- Only considers modification time vs last open time, not content changes
- May not handle syncing across devices perfectly
- Plugin is not officially reviewed and has low download count
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