![[Obsidian Hero Image.png]] Obsidian's Desktop Application **1.4.16** is a powerful tool that has been gaining popularity in the digital note-taking and knowledge management space. Its rich feature set, extensibility, and cross-platform support make it a preferred choice for many users. While there are references to its associated service, [[Publish]], the focus of this entry will primarily be on the application itself. These notes will be structured around four key elements: The good, The bad and What could be Improved. This entry is updated on an ongoing basis and is considered to be part of #todo > [!modified] :  Last Modified in %%`=dateformat(this.modified, "MM/dd/yyyy")`%%**11/01/2023** ## The Good It's quite easy to start with what's wrong or could be improved with any application; however, let's begin by acknowledging what Obsidian does well. One of the standout features of Obsidian is its ability to easily extend functionality through Community Plugins. This means users aren't limited to the features provided out-of-the-box but can enhance their experience by adding plugins created by other Obsidian users. This makes Obsidian not just an app but a platform that can adapt to your needs. Another significant advantage is its compatibility with mobile devices. In particular, the application performs exceptionally well on Android devices. Users can take their notes and knowledge base on-the-go without compromising on functionality or performance. And that includes Community Plugins. ## The Bad While there are numerous praises for Obsidian, there are also areas where it falls short. ![[Obsidian App Settings Screenshot.png]] Certain settings are hard to find. Some settings are only accessible through the Settings Modal - a pop-up window for configuration options - which isn't particularly user-friendly. Furthermore, Obsidian lacks a search function for these options; unlike many other applications where `CTRL+P` would bring up all commands search, this doesn't hold true in Obsidian. It lacks several commands and flags. Additionally, there have been reports of settings' sync being inconsistent, with users having to close the app for settings to properly load. This was stated in a Discord message and seems to be a recurring issue, causing frustration among the Obsidian community. The solution? Close the application more often to let it sync settings. Lastly, it lacks certain text editing tools out of the box, such as regular expressions search and replace, multi column editing, etc. ## What Could Be Improved There are two main areas where Obsidian could improve: Firstly, introducing a search function within the General Options within the Settings Modal. This function already exists within some Community Plugins such as the [[Obsidian Linter Plugin]]. Settings of any application or software can be overwhelming with numerous options and categories. It can be challenging to find the specific setting that a user wants to change, especially for new users. This feature would not only save time but also ensure that users don't have to navigate through what feels like endless menus and options. It also helps in making the application more user-friendly, as it simplifies navigation and makes it easir for users who are not familiar with the layout of Settings. > [!question] Where do I toggle Obsidian Line Numbers? > You won't find this in `CTRL+P` out of the box and if you want to look for the setting you need to find it without the help of search.  Created in %%`=dateformat(this.created, "MM/dd/yyyy")`%%**10/27/2023**