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Folder New Note Button for Obsidian

Create new notes from a hover button on each folder in the Files view, without needing to navigate into the folder first.

Chinese summary

在文件视图中的每个文件夹上通过悬停按钮直接创建新笔记,无需先进入该文件夹。

Key Use Cases

  • Creating a new note inside a folder without opening it
  • Speeding up note creation in organized directory structures

Pros

  • Saves time by avoiding folder navigation
  • Simple and intuitive hover interaction
  • Lightweight plugin with minimal overhead

Limitations

  • No customization of button style or behavior
  • Only appears on folder hover, not configurable
  • Limited to default note template

Tags

foldernew-notehover-buttonfiles-viewquick-creation

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