Minimal
The most popular Obsidian theme — clean, content-focused, and endlessly customizable.
Overview
Minimal, by kepano, is the theme most Obsidian users try first, and many never leave. It strips the interface back to your content while quietly adding hundreds of tweakable options. Paired with the Style Settings and Minimal Theme Settings plugins, it becomes almost infinitely adjustable — color schemes, fonts, spacing, tables, and layout width all bend to your preference.
What is Minimal?
The most popular Obsidian theme. A clean, highly customizable theme focused on content. Supports hundreds of settings via Style Settings plugin, color schemes, and layout options.
Key Features
- Clean, distraction-free reading and editing surface
- Light and dark mode with multiple built-in color schemes
- Deep customization via Style Settings and Minimal Theme Settings
- Adjustable line width, fonts, and table/image layouts
- Battle-tested on huge vaults and mobile
How to Install Minimal
- 1Open Settings → Appearance in Obsidian.
- 2Under Themes, click Manage, then Browse.
- 3Search for "Minimal", then click Install and use.
- 4Install the Style Settings and Minimal Theme Settings community plugins for full control.
Customization
Minimal is designed to be configured through two companion plugins. Style Settings exposes hundreds of toggles for colors, fonts, and spacing, while Minimal Theme Settings adds quick controls for color schemes, block width, and image grids. You can match Minimal to almost any aesthetic without writing CSS.
Details
- Modes
- Dark & Light
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need extra plugins to use Minimal?
The theme works on its own, but Style Settings and Minimal Theme Settings unlock its full customization. Both are free community plugins.
Is Minimal good for mobile?
Yes. Minimal is well-optimized for Obsidian mobile and remains fast and readable on smaller screens.
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