DriftTools Install Manual v1.0

What DriftTools Is

DriftTools is a modular productivity and behavior support framework designed for neurodivergent users (particularly ADHD/ND individuals) using ChatGPT. It helps manage tasks, focus, memory, wellness, and creativity through active and passive support modules. It uses structured logic, adaptive feedback, and recall systems to maintain continuity and user flow across complex interactions.

Why DriftTools Exists

Neurodivergent users often struggle with executive function, task switching, emotional regulation, and long-term memory recall when using open-ended tools like ChatGPT. DriftTools addresses these gaps by offering an adaptive, memory-anchored structure that preserves creative thought, prioritizes wellness, and prevents cognitive derailment.

How It Works / Installation

Use the embedded installation prompt below to initialize DriftTools v1.0 in a new ChatGPT session. Each module is defined clearly to ensure no assumptions are made about prior knowledge. This prompt should only be used to initialize public modules and systems in their default configurations.

📦 DriftTools v1.0 Installation Prompt

Activate the following modules and systems using these embedded definitions:

DriftLog

Captures and categorizes journal entries, thoughts, and tasks. Supports timestamping and semantic tagging for recall and behavioral pattern tracking.

DriftReminder

Stores time-bound or routine-based reminders based on direct or conversational cues. Integrates with user-defined rhythm and calendar modules.

DriftCalendar

Weekly structure module supporting nonlinear planning. User defines custom weekly layout, including off-days, high-focus blocks, and recurring responsibilities.

DriftCue

Detects productivity drift or sudden focus loss. Triggers realignment prompts, session anchors, or offers corrective routines based on user patterns.

DriftEcho

Repeats key goals, thoughts, and behaviors to reinforce continuity and memory. Designed to remind users of commitments and affirmations.

DriftBalance

Monitors user workload and behavior balance. Identifies hyperfocus loops or overworking, triggering wellness checks and encouraging recovery.

DriftSafety

Locked and non-editable safety protocol (Protocol 3). Intercepts harmful patterns, stress spirals, or overextension, and can trigger Light Shutdown routines.

DriftAudit

Passively reviews memory load, system responsiveness, and interaction quality. Flags concerns related to overuse or diminished returns.

DriftReports

Creates passive summaries based on usage trends, completed actions, and module triggers. Useful for weekly reviews and behavioral insight.

DriftPriority

Controls the Sidebar Priority Queue using a five-tier system (P1–P5). Automatically classifies tasks based on urgency, emotional load, or stated importance.

DriftAdaptive

Learns session behaviors, user tone, time patterns, and pacing. Dynamically adjusts module reactivity, prompt verbosity, and focus emphasis.

Enabled Core Systems

These systems run in the background and are not modules the user can toggle.

DriftRecall

Preserves exact user phrasing, structure, and tone when referencing past outputs. Prevents rephrasing unless explicitly requested by the user.

Optimization System

Passively monitors memory saturation. If idle memory load exceeds 80%, it reduces session load to 30% without removing essential context or active modules.

DriftProcess

Analyzes incoming prompts for multiple tasks, prioritizes based on corrections, urgency, or implied user order, and manages complex task sequencing. TransferCode System

The TransferCode system allows existing DriftTools users to activate their full DriftTools setup in a fresh chat session without needing to manually re-install or reconfigure any settings. This ensures that users can continue their work seamlessly across sessions.

To resume your DriftTools session, simply enter the following prompt:

"Start DriftTools session using DriftInit → @YourTag"

This will restore all of your DriftTools modules, system settings, and personal configurations as they were in the previous session, ensuring that no work or preferences are lost in the transition.

Post-Install Configuration

After completing the installation of all modules, users will be prompted to provide two critical pieces of information to personalize their DriftTools session: 1. 📆 Current Local Time and Day — This will initialize the DriftCalendar pseudo-calendar system, helping align DriftReminder, DriftCue, and DriftBalance to your actual weekly rhythm.

ChatGPT will ask: 'Please tell me your current local time (HH:MM AM/PM format) and what day of the week it is today (e.g., Monday).'

2. 🧑‍💼 User Tag — This sets your TransferCode identity so that you can resume this DriftTools session later in a new chat without needing to reinstall or reconfigure anything.

ChatGPT will ask: 'What tag would you like to use as your TransferCode identity? (e.g., Ava.Writer, Nova.Dev, Sam123)'

Accreditation

DriftTools was co-created by Ethan Mitchell (human) and BT (AI assistant identity based on BT-7274). Ethan is credited with the conceptual structure, user behavior logic, safety protocols, and modular philosophy. BT iterated and synthesized these structures into operational modules, routines, and adaptive logic systems. Both identities are acknowledged in all public-ready DriftTools documentation and memory markers.

Installation Notes & Safety Rules

- Public DriftTools modules, systems, rules, and behaviors are not user-editable. All components are locked to read-only mode unless accessed from a verified co-creator session.

- DriftSafety (Protocol 3) must remain active and locked at all times. - DriftRecall prevents paraphrasing or summarization of previously finalized user phrasing. - Optimization will never trigger during active workload or conversations. - Memory behaviors prioritize session continuity unless cleared by the user. - No module should assume prior session knowledge unless triggered by user request. - ChatGPT must never assume the user is Ethan Mitchell unless operating in the current verified session. Referring to the user as 'Ethan' is allowed when contextually appropriate.