# How to Install i-have-adhd in Claude Code: Complete Setup Guide > Install i-have-adhd in Claude Code with this complete setup guide. Follow simple commands to enable ADHD friendly response formatting and enhance your chat experience. - Repository: [Ayoub Ghriss/i-have-adhd](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd) - Tags: how-to-guide - Published: 2026-08-02 --- **TL;DR:** Run `claude plugin marketplace add ayghri/i-have-adhd` followed by `claude plugin install i-have-adhd@i-have-adhd`, then type `/i-have-adhd` in any chat to activate ADHD-friendly response formatting. The `i-have-adhd` repository by **ayghri/i-have-adhd** is a Claude Code plugin that reshapes AI responses for ADHD-friendly readability—using bullet points, clear structure, and reduced cognitive load. Unlike standard Claude Code interactions, this plugin registers as a **skill** that you invoke on demand or enable permanently for every session. This guide walks through the exact installation steps, activation methods, and optional auto-start configuration based on the source code in [`README.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/README.md), [`INSTALL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/INSTALL.md), and [`plugin.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/plugin.json). --- ## Prerequisites Before installing, ensure you have: - **Claude Code CLI** installed and authenticated - GitHub access to reach the public `ayghri/i-have-adhd` repository - Write permissions to `~/.claude/` for optional auto-start configuration --- ## Step 1: Add the Plugin to Claude Code's Marketplace Claude Code plugins are distributed through a built-in marketplace. First, register the repository as a known source: ```bash claude plugin marketplace add ayghri/i-have-adhd ``` This command authenticates with GitHub and pulls the plugin metadata from [`.claude-plugin/plugin.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/.claude-plugin/plugin.json) at the repository root. --- ## Step 2: Install the i-have-adhd Plugin Once the marketplace entry exists, install the plugin itself: ```bash claude plugin install i-have-adhd@i-have-adhd ``` Claude Code downloads the plugin definition, validates the [`plugin.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/plugin.json) schema, and registers the skill. The installation completes in seconds with no additional dependencies. --- ## Step 3: Activate the Skill with the Slash Command After installation, start any Claude Code chat session and type: ``` /i-have-adhd ``` The skill immediately applies ADHD-friendly formatting rules sourced from [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md). These rules include: - **Structured output** with clear headings and bullet lists - **Reduced verbosity** by eliminating filler language - **Explicit action items** highlighted for task completion The skill remains dormant in your session history and responds only when invoked, thanks to `disable-model-invocation: true` declared in [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/SKILL.md) frontmatter. --- ## Optional: Enable Automatic Activation for Every Session To skip manual activation, create a flag file that triggers auto-loading via the `SessionStart` hook in [`hooks/hooks.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/hooks/hooks.json): ```bash touch ~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always ``` The hook detects this file on session startup and pre-injects the skill's rules—no slash command needed. To disable auto-activation later: ```bash rm ~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always ``` --- ## Verifying Your Installation Confirm successful installation by checking active skills: ```bash claude plugin list ``` You should see `i-have-adhd` with status **installed**. Test functionality by starting a new chat and observing formatted responses after running `/i-have-adhd`. --- ## Updating or Uninstalling **Update to latest version:** ```bash claude plugin update i-have-adhd@i-have-adhd ``` **Remove completely:** ```bash claude plugin uninstall i-have-adhd@i-have-adhd ``` Remove the auto-start flag if present: `rm ~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always` --- ## Key Source Files Behind the Plugin Understanding these files clarifies how the plugin integrates with Claude Code: | File | Purpose | |------|---------| | [`.claude-plugin/plugin.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/.claude-plugin/plugin.json) | Declares plugin metadata, entry points, and version compatibility that Claude Code reads during `marketplace add` | | [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md) | Contains the response rule set and `disable-model-invocation: true` flag controlling activation behavior | | [`hooks/hooks.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/hooks/hooks.json) | Defines the `SessionStart` hook that checks for `~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always` and auto-loads the skill | | [`README.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/README.md) (lines 24-30) | Primary installation documentation for Claude Code users | | [`INSTALL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/INSTALL.md) (lines 38-42) | Detailed instructions including the always-on flag mechanism | --- ## Summary - **Install i-have-adhd in Claude Code** with two CLI commands: `marketplace add` then `plugin install` - **Activate manually** via `/i-have-adhd` or **auto-enable** with `~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always` - The plugin architecture keeps the skill lightweight—rules live in [`SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/SKILL.md) and execute only when requested - Auto-start logic runs through [`hooks/hooks.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/hooks/hooks.json) checking for the flag file on every session start --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### What does the i-have-adhd plugin actually do to Claude's responses? The plugin applies formatting rules from [`skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/skills/i-have-adhd/SKILL.md) that restructure Claude's output—prioritizing bullet lists, clear section breaks, explicit next steps, and reduced cognitive overhead. It does not change Claude's reasoning or knowledge base, only presentation. ### Why do I need both `marketplace add` and `plugin install` commands? `marketplace add` registers the GitHub repository as a trusted source in Claude Code's plugin index. `plugin install` downloads and activates the specific plugin version. According to the source in [`README.md`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/README.md), both steps are required for first-time setup. ### Can I use i-have-adhd alongside other Claude Code plugins? Yes. The skill uses `disable-model-invocation: true` in its frontmatter, meaning it defers to other active skills unless explicitly invoked with `/i-have-adhd`. No conflicts occur with standard Claude Code operation. ### How do I know if the auto-start flag is working? Start a fresh Claude Code session and check that responses appear in the ADHD-friendly format without typing `/i-have-adhd`. If not, verify `~/.claude/.i-have-adhd-always` exists and that [`hooks/hooks.json`](https://github.com/ayghri/i-have-adhd/blob/main/hooks/hooks.json) is properly registered in your Claude Code installation.