Linking Notes

How to link notes together in Obsidian for better knowledge management.

Linking Notes

Linking notes is one of the most powerful features in Obsidian. By connecting your notes, you create a web of knowledge that’s easy to navigate and expand.

How to Link Notes

• Use double square brackets to link to another note: [[Note Title]].
• As you type, Obsidian will suggest existing notes to link to, or you can create a new note by entering a new name.

Example:

Today I learned about [[Markdown syntax]] and how to use [[Tags]] in my notes.

Types of Links

• Internal links: Connect to other notes in your vault using [[Note Title]].
• Aliased links: Use a pipe to display different text: [[Note Title|Custom Text]].
• Section and block links: Link to a specific heading or block: [[Note Title#Heading]] or [[Note Title^blockid]].

Backlinks

Obsidian automatically tracks backlinks—notes that link to the current note. View backlinks in the sidebar to see all related notes, even if you didn’t add a link in this note.

Why Link Notes?

• Build a network of related ideas and topics
• Make it easy to find related information
• Discover new connections and insights
• Obsidian can visualise links between notes using the Graph View.

Graph View

Tips for Effective Linking

• Link notes as you write to build context
• Use links for related concepts, projects, or references
• Review backlinks regularly to discover connections you might have missed

By linking your notes, you turn your vault into a true knowledge graph—making it easier to explore, connect, and grow your ideas over time.

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