Summarize an Obsidian note by replacing the #summarize-later tag with a structured summary and actionable takeaways. No other part of the note is modified — frontmatter (tags, status, finished, etc.) remains untouched.
Workflow
- Find the note — Search the vault using Grep or Glob to locate the note by title.
- Read the full content — Load the entire note to understand its argument, evidence, and conclusions.
- Replace
#summarize-later— Swap the tag with the summary block described below.
Summary Format
Replace #summarize-later with a single paragraph (3-6 sentences) that:
- Captures the core argument or thesis, not just the topic
- Includes key findings, numbers, or outcomes if present
- Is written in plain prose, not bullet points
- Matches the tone of a knowledgeable peer explaining what the article is about
Actionable Takeaways
Immediately below the summary paragraph, add:
### Actionable Takeaways
List 2-5 concrete actions the reader can take based on the content. Each takeaway:
- Starts with a verb (e.g. "Try", "Start", "Replace", "Ask", "Schedule")
- Is specific enough to act on today, not vague advice
- Connects directly to something discussed in the note
- Is relevant to someone in a knowledge work or software engineering context when possible
Constraints
- Do not modify any other part of the note — no frontmatter changes, no restructuring existing content.
- Only replace the
#summarize-latertag. If the tag is not found, report that to the user rather than guessing where to insert.