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@ahayman ahayman released this 18 Jan 23:10
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New File Templates v1.0.0

Release Date: 2026-01-18

Create new notes with dynamic, template-driven file names using date formats, counters, and custom template syntax.

Features

Template Management

  • Create, edit, and manage multiple title templates
  • Drag-and-drop reordering of templates
  • Searchable template selection with fuzzy search

Multiple Access Points

  • Command palette: "Create New Templated File"
  • Per-template commands for quick access
  • Folder context menu integration
  • Ribbon icon for one-click access
  • Full mobile support (iOS and Android)

Dynamic Variables

Built-in variables for title patterns:

  • {{date}}, {{time}}, {{datetime}} - Current date/time with customizable formats
  • {{timestamp}} - Unix timestamp
  • {{year}}, {{month}}, {{day}} - Individual date components
  • {{counter}} - Auto-incrementing number based on existing files
  • Custom formats supported: {{variable:FORMAT}} using moment.js syntax

Interactive Prompts

  • {% Prompt Name %} - Request user input when creating files
  • {%? Optional Prompt ?%} - Optional input fields
  • Multiple value types: text, numeric, date, time, datetime
  • Built-in format presets and custom moment.js formats
  • Inline syntax configuration: {% Name:type:format %}

Syntax Highlighting & Autocomplete

  • Visual highlighting for template syntax in editor and settings
  • Smart autocomplete for variables, prompts, types, and formats
  • Moment.js token suggestions with live preview examples
  • Context-aware token ordering

File Template Integration

  • Apply content templates to new files
  • Variable substitution in content: {{title}}, {{date}}, {{time}}
  • Prompt syntax works in file content
  • Templater plugin integration with auto-detection

Additional Features

  • Automatic filename sanitization (handles special characters)
  • Configurable default folders per template
  • "Current folder" targeting option
  • Conflict handling for duplicate filenames
  • "Enter File Prompts" command for processing prompts in existing files

Installation

  1. Open Obsidian Settings
  2. Navigate to Community Plugins
  3. Search for "New File Templates"
  4. Click Install, then Enable

Getting Started

  1. Go to Settings → New File Templates
  2. Click "Add Template" to create your first template
  3. Enter a name and title pattern (e.g., {{date}} - Meeting Notes)
  4. Optionally select a file template and default folder
  5. Use the command palette or ribbon icon to create new files

Requirements

  • Obsidian v1.0.0 or higher
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