Obsidian Web Clipper is a browser extension that captures and highlights web content for storage in Obsidian.
The tool solves the problem of preserving web content in a durable, offline-accessible format. It works by allowing users to highlight and save web pages directly from their browser, converting the captured content into Markdown files that persist in Obsidian vaults. The extension supports templates, variables, and filters to customize how content is processed and stored, and can save images locally alongside clipped text.
The extension is available across major browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Chromium-based alternatives like Brave and Arc. It suits anyone using Obsidian who wants to integrate web research and reading directly into their note-taking workflow without manual copying or external tools. The tool is particularly valuable for users who prioritize long-term preservation of web content and offline access to their research materials.
The project maintains an active roadmap with completed features including template logic, image storage, and multi-language support. Development accepts community contributions through pull requests, with specific help-wanted issues marked for external contributors. The codebase is written in TypeScript and builds separate distributions for Chromium, Firefox, and Safari browsers, indicating ongoing maintenance across multiple platforms.
