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00:00:00 – 00:15:34
The video features Brian Jenks discussing his note-taking process for videos using the Obsidian plug-in Media Extended. He explains how the tool streamlines the note-taking process, enables efficient timestamping, and enhances video note-taking by simplifying the embedding of specific fragments of audio or video. Despite some minor critiques, he highlights the benefits of the plugin and encourages support for its developer. Brian emphasizes the ease and efficiency that Media Extended brings to video note-taking in Obsidian and also hints at addressing Zotero 6 note-taking in the future. The video concludes with Brian expressing gratitude for viewer support and promising future content.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, the speaker, Brian Jenks, discusses his note-taking process for videos using the Obsidian plug-in Media Extended. Previously, he used external tools like Ye Note or Memex, but found them to be inefficient. He explains that Media Extended within Obsidian is now his preferred method as it simplifies the process and allows for better note-taking with hotkeys. Brian plans to demonstrate how to set up and use this application, emphasizing its ease of use for video note-taking. He also mentions various ways to support his channel, such as through GitHub sponsors, Patreon, or one-time contributions like buying a coffee.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the challenges of taking notes on videos, such as the need for time stamps and the effort required to find specific points in the video. They highlight Media Extended as a tool that streamlines this process with minimal user intervention. The speaker demonstrates how to install the plugin, configure it for time stamps and embedding specific fragments of audio or video, and discusses more advanced options for linking to specific points in a video file. The focus is on making video note-taking easier and more efficient by utilizing Media Extended within Obsidian.
00:06:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses how they download media files to ensure important knowledge is retained. They introduce a timestamp template involving an empty bullet point and double brackets to embed a markdown link to a specific point in a video. Feedback is given on media extended functionalities such as cursor placement and link insertion modal. The speaker explains their approach using the timestamp template and cursor function for efficient note-taking without the need to pause the video. They emphasize the importance of their unique note-taking system, which allows them to take notes without downloading the video or embedding it in their notes. The workflow involves copying the video link, opening the command for media extended, and selecting ‘open media from link’.
00:09:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker shares three points of critique about a plugin they are using for note-taking while watching YouTube videos.
1. They highlight an issue with the need to manually focus on the text box to paste a link, instead of having the cursor immediately focused for quick pasting.
2. They express frustration about the inability to easily move forward in the modal without clicking, which interrupts note-taking flow.
3. The speaker explains how they use a hotkey (Option + M) to create timestamps with links to specific moments in the video, but notes challenges with cursor placement using the plugin. Despite these pain points, they mention that the plugin is beneficial overall for video note-taking and that it is a free tool.
00:12:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the Media Extended plugin in Obsidian, highlighting its usefulness for taking notes on videos. The plugin allows for easy note-taking with granular timestamps, which is typically challenging with video content. The speaker demonstrates how to set up a hotkey for quickly grabbing timestamps while watching videos. They encourage viewers to support the plugin developer and express the convenience and value the plugin adds to note-taking on videos. The speaker also hints at addressing Zotero 6 note-taking soon. They invite viewers to share their experiences with Media Extended and any advanced configurations they use. Overall, the speaker emphasizes the ease and efficiency that the Media Extended plugin brings to video note-taking in Obsidian.
00:15:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker addresses the viewers, acknowledging a decrease in content output but expressing gratitude for their continued support. The speaker thanks the audience and assures them of future content.