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Sergey Gerasimenko ·MacPlus Software
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ActiveDock download 2.881 by MacPlus Software Replaces the macOS Dock and Launchpad with live window previews, folders, a Windows-style Start Menu and deep customisation of themes, while keeping the familiar Apple Dock look and behaviour.

Download ActiveDock 2.881 For Mac Overview

ActiveDock is a customisable Dock and application launcher for macOS that is designed to be a complete replacement for the standard Apple Dock and Launchpad. It keeps the look and core functionality that users are already familiar with - running apps, switching between them, opening documents and links - so the transition is immediate as opposed to needing a new mental model. It also adds a significant layer of features that Apple's own Dock has never offered. Users can organise apps and documents into folders, instantly switch between windows, and manage open windows right from a Window Previews panel that shows on hover. Another way to quickly launch applications, open documents and access folders is with a Windows-style Start Menu. You can hide individual app icons or remove them from the Dock altogether to cut down on visual clutter and distraction during work. The app is built with deep customisation in mind, letting users build a Dock that fits their personal workflow with themes, custom icon sets, and flexible appearance settings. And the Dock can be placed anywhere on the screen, not just at the bottom. * Maintenance update: * Fixed crashes when opening Preferences. * Fixed crashes in window previews. * Fixed the correct behaviour of themes and folders. The developer says that ActiveDock 2 requires macOS 11 (Big Sur) or newer. Homebrew’s latest cask also requires macOS 14 or newer to be able to install automatically. The app is known to work fully with the latest macOS 26 (Tahoe). It’s a one-off purchase (aka perpetual license), available from the developer’s official site and payment processing via FastSpring, with a 14-day money back guarantee.

Key Features

Full Dock and Launchpad Substitution Completely replaces the classic Apple Dock and Launchpad, while keeping their familiar look and behaviour, making the transition low-friction for users coming from the default macOS experience. Windows Preview Pane Hovering over an app icon displays live window previews so users can quickly identify, switch to, or manage a particular open window from the Dock instead of blindly cycling through app switching. Groups, Folders and Start Menu Another convenient way to launch apps, open documents or access folders is to organise apps and documents into groups and folders and use a Windows type Start Menu. App Hiding & Exclusion Hide or remove individual apps from the Dock completely, for apps that you don't need to always see, reducing visual clutter and distraction. Icons customisation and deep theme Use different themes, set custom icons for any application, Start Menu, Trash and 'Show Desktop' applet, and change the size and colour of running-application indicators. Dock Placement Flexibility Change the Dock's position away from the bottom of the screen to any side of the screen, adapting it to different screen configurations or your own work style. Customising icon click behaviour Create custom "Icon Click" behaviour, including a Windows-style hide/show toggle on applications when their dock icon is clicked again. Auto Updater ActiveDock has an auto update system so the app always stays up to date with the latest fixes and features without the need of re-installing it manually every time. Lightweight Multi-screen and Gesture Support It is a lightweight utility that supports multiple monitors, gestures, Dark Mode and full offline functionality. It works reliably and does not require an internet connection for core use.

Programs Details

Release Date2026-07-27
File Size11.5 MB
Version2.881
DeveloperSergey Gerasimenko
PublisherMacPlus Software

System Requirements

Minimum
OSmacOS 11
ProcessorApple Silicon
RAM2 GB
Storage500 MB
GPUIntegrated
Recommended
OSmacOS 14
ProcessorApple Silicon
RAM4 GB
Storage500 MB
GPUIntegrated

How to Use Download ActiveDock 2.881 For Mac

Step 1: Get ActiveDock Download ActiveDock from macospace.com. 2. Installation and Start-up Open up your downloaded .dmg file, install ActiveDock, and open it, granting any permissions macOS requests to make it function as your Dock replacement. Step 3: Pick a Theme Browse the theme collection and pick one that matches your preferred visual style, or begin customising your own look. Step 4: Sort Apps into Groups and Folders Keep the apps and documents you use most organised and close at hand by grouping them into folders right in the Dock. 5. Setting up the Start Menu Customising the Windows-style Start Menu is another way to quickly launch apps and open documents or folders. Step 6: Hide or Delete apps you don't want Select which apps you want to hide or remove completely from the Dock, so the visual clutter is only what you want to see. Step 7: Change Click Behaviour of the Icon Change what clicking an app icon does, including the Windows style hide/show toggle, if that’s more your style than the default. Step 8: Place Your Dock If your monitor setup works better with the Dock on your preferred side of the screen, don't keep it in the default bottom position. Step 9: Control with Window Previews To use Window Previews, just hover over the app icons and easily switch to, or manage, specific open windows.

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