# How to Install i-have-adhd for GitHub Copilot: Complete Setup Guide > Install i-have-adhd for GitHub Copilot with this easy guide. Run npx commands for local or global setup and activate the skill instantly in Copilot chat. Boost your coding workflow today. - Repository: [Ayoub Ghriss/i-have-adhd](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd) - Tags: how-to-guide - Published: 2026-09-11 --- **Run `npx skills add ayghri/i-have-adhd -a github-copilot` in your project directory to install the i-have-adhd skill locally, or add the `-g` flag for global installation; the skill requires no additional extensions and activates immediately in GitHub Copilot chat by typing `/i-have-adhd`.** The `ayghri/i-have-adhd` repository provides a lightweight, Markdown-based skill that instructs GitHub Copilot to follow 10 ADHD-friendly response rules. Because Copilot natively supports skill definitions placed in specific directories, you can install i-have-adhd for GitHub Copilot without downloading a traditional extension. This guide covers both automated CLI installation and manual setup using the repository's `skills/i-have-adhd` folder. ## What Is the i-have-adhd Skill? ### Skill Architecture and Rule Set At its core, the skill is a single [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/SKILL.md) file located at [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md) in the repository. This file defines **10 ADHD-friendly response rules** that modify how Copilot structures its answers—prioritizing conciseness, action-first formatting, and clear hierarchical organization. According to the source code, Copilot reads these rules at startup from any folder named `.github/skills/`, `.claude/skills/`, `.agents/skills/`, or the global directory at `~/.copilot/skills/`. ## Prerequisites Before you install i-have-adhd for GitHub Copilot, ensure you have: - An active GitHub Copilot subscription (VS Code extension or CLI) - Node.js and npm installed (required only if using the `npx skills` CLI method) ## Installation Methods ### Method 1: Using the npx skills CLI (Recommended) The official [`INSTALL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/INSTALL.md) (lines 82-106) documents the CLI approach as the fastest way to configure the skill. The `npx skills` command automatically creates the correct directory structure and copies the skill files. For project-local installation: ```bash npx skills add ayghri/i-have-adhd -a github-copilot ``` This command downloads the skill into `.github/skills/i-have-adhd/` within your current repository. For global installation (available across all projects): ```bash npx skills add ayghri/i-have-adhd -a github-copilot -g ``` The `-g` flag places the skill in `~/.copilot/skills/i-have-adhd/`, making it accessible regardless of which directory you open in VS Code. ### Method 2: Manual Installation If you prefer not to use the CLI, clone the repository and copy the skill folder manually: ```bash git clone https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd.git mkdir -p ~/.copilot/skills cp -R i-have-adhd/skills/i-have-adhd ~/.copilot/skills/ ``` Alternatively, for a single project only: ```bash mkdir -p .github/skills cp -R i-have-adhd/skills/i-have-adhd .github/skills/ ``` After manual installation, restart VS Code or reload the Copilot CLI to load the new skill definitions. ## Verifying the Installation To confirm the skill is active, use the CLI verification commands: ```bash npx skills list # Shows project-local skills npx skills ls -g # Shows globally installed skills ``` In the VS Code Copilot Chat panel, type `/` to open the command palette. You should see `i-have-adhd` listed as an available skill. Selecting it applies the **10 ADHD-friendly response rules** defined in [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md) to your current conversation. ## How the Skill Works Unlike traditional extensions that require runtime JavaScript execution, i-have-adhd is a **declarative skill**. Copilot consumes the plain Markdown definitions at startup, reading the instructions from [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/SKILL.md) to adjust its output style. The file resides in the watched `skills/` directory—either local (`.github/skills/`) or global (`~/.copilot/skills/`). This architecture means the installation process does not require any runtime plugin or extension; the skill is a plain Markdown definition that Copilot reads at startup, making the setup identical whether you are using the VS Code extension or the standalone Copilot CLI. ## Summary - The i-have-adhd skill is defined in [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md) and contains **10 rules** for ADHD-friendly AI responses. - Install locally with `npx skills add ayghri/i-have-adhd -a github-copilot` or globally by adding the `-g` flag. - Manual installation requires copying the `skills/i-have-adhd` folder to `~/.copilot/skills/` (global) or `.github/skills/` (project). - Verify installation using `npx skills list` or by typing `/` in the Copilot chat interface. - No additional VS Code extension is needed because Copilot natively parses skill definitions from designated directories. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Do I need to install a separate VS Code extension for i-have-adhd? No. The i-have-adhd skill requires no runtime plugin or extension. Copilot natively scans directories like `.github/skills/` and `~/.copilot/skills/` at startup, reading the plain Markdown definition directly from [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/SKILL.md). ### Can I use i-have-adhd with GitHub Copilot CLI only, without VS Code? Yes. Because the skill is a declarative Markdown file, it works identically in the standalone Copilot CLI and VS Code. Install it globally using `npx skills add ayghri/i-have-adhd -a github-copilot -g` so the CLI can access the rules from `~/.copilot/skills/`. ### Where does the npx skills CLI place the skill files? For project-local installations, the CLI creates a `.github/skills/` directory in your repository root and copies the files there. For global installations (using `-g`), it places them in `~/.copilot/skills/i-have-adhd/`, as documented in the repository's [`INSTALL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/INSTALL.md). ### How do I uninstall or remove the i-have-adhd skill? Run `npx skills remove ayghri/i-have-adhd` to delete the local version, or `npx skills remove ayghri/i-have-adhd -g` for global removal. If you installed manually, simply delete the `i-have-adhd` folder from `.github/skills/` or `~/.copilot/skills/`.