01
Install Obsidian
Download the Windows installer from the official **Obsidian** website and complete setup.
Install **Obsidian**, create a local vault, and organize linked Markdown notes.
Requirements
- Windows 11 25H2 x64
- Obsidian installer from https://obsidian.md/download
- Writable local storage folder
Instructions
02
Create a vault
Launch Obsidian and choose **Create new vault**. Enter a descriptive vault name.
03
Choose local storage
Select a writable folder on your PC. Confirm the new vault opens successfully.
04
Create a note
Select **New note**, enter a heading, and add some sample Markdown content.
05
Organize and link notes
Create a folder and a second note. Add an internal link between the notes.
[[Second Note]]
06
Verify local files
Open the vault folder in **File Explorer**. Confirm that the notes exist as ordinary Markdown files.
tipA local vault is not automatically backed up or synchronized.
Common issues
The vault cannot be created.
Choose a writable local folder and check Windows file permissions.
Linked notes do not open.
Check the internal link target and make sure the linked note exists.
Frequently asked
Does Obsidian require an internet connection?
No. Local vault editing works offline.
Are notes stored in a proprietary format?
Normal notes are stored as Markdown files.
How to undo this
Back up wanted Markdown notes, uninstall **Obsidian**, and remove the vault folder only if its contents are no longer needed.
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