Drift

Drift is a browser extension designed to help users be more productive when they are waiting for AI language models to generate responses. It works with popular AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.

Benefits

Drift helps users make better use of their time while waiting for AI responses. Instead of getting distracted or wasting time, users can use the waiting period for other activities. This helps maintain focus on the original task and prevents unproductive scrolling.

Use Cases

This extension is useful for anyone who regularly uses AI tools and wants to keep their workflow smooth. This includes students, developers, writers, and researchers. It can be used on websites that support AI models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini. Users can set it to open a side window with custom content, such as social media feeds or news, while they wait for the AI to finish generating text. Once the AI response is ready, the side window automatically closes.

Vibes

Drift has received positive feedback, with a 5.0 rating based on 57 reviews. This suggests that users find it helpful for managing their time and improving their productivity.

Additional Information

Drift is developed by fireheartjerry@gmail.com and is available on the Chrome Web Store. The extension is designed with user privacy in mind, operating locally and not collecting any user data. It requires no account or payment. The developer has stated that user data is not sold or used for unrelated purposes. The extension has a size of 550KiB and was last updated on February 10, 2026.