move_folder_tool
Move entire folders with contents to reorganize vault structure, archive projects, or consolidate notes in Obsidian.
Instructions
Move an entire folder and all its contents to a new location.
When to use:
Reorganizing vault structure
Archiving completed projects
Consolidating related notes
Seasonal organization (e.g., moving to year-based archives)
When NOT to use:
Moving individual notes (use move_note instead)
Moving to a subfolder of the source (creates circular reference)
Returns: Move status with count of notes and folders moved
Input Schema
TableJSON Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| source_folder | Yes | Current folder path to move | |
| destination_folder | Yes | New location for the folder | |
| update_links | No | Whether to update links in other notes (future enhancement) | |
| ctx | No |