Changelog
Explore new features, improvements, and fixes in each DockFix update.
Version 3.5.3
Released on February 14, 2025
Bug Fixes
Fixed a bug where icon hover animations would repeatedly replay every second, and resolved other issues with apps missing their icon and failing to open after pressing 'Add All Pinned Apps from Native Dock'.
Minor Improvements
Other minor improvements have been made to enhance the overall user experience.
Version 3.5.2
Released on February 6, 2025
No changes
No changes.
Version 3.5.1
Released on January 29, 2025
Bug Fixes
Fixed the issue of the dock jittering up and down.
Bug Fixes
Fixed the alignment of the dock when open app indicators is disabled.
Improved Reserve Screen Space
Refined reserve screen space behavior to only adjust size during resizing operations, not during window movement.
Version 3.5
Released on January 26, 2025
Reserve Screen Space
Apps will now automatically resize and position themselves to never overlap the dock.
Notification Badges
Notification badges now appear for all apps with pending notifications.
Custom App Icons
Apply custom app icons to any apps on the system, including native apps.
Redesigned User Interface
Redesigned the UI and made animations smoother for a more polished experience.
Bug Fixes
Fixed various issues to improve performance and reliability.
Version 3.4.1
Released on December 28, 2024
Bug Fixes
Fixed some issues regarding the Reveal Modifier Key.
Version 3.4
Released on December 22, 2024
Temporary File Shelf
Easily drag files to the dock for temporary storage and move them wherever you need, whenever you’re ready.
Keybinding to Show/Hide Dock
Added a customizable shortcut to instantly show or hide the dock.
Fullscreen Dock Visibility
New toggle in Interactions settings to decide if the dock should appear in fullscreen applications.
Bug Fixes
Resolved minor issues to make the app smoother and more reliable.
Version 3.3
Released on December 4, 2024
Folders
Add any folder to the dock for instant access and configure its icon and color.
Alternative App Icons
Choose from five new DockFix app icons designed by a graphic artist.
Time Format Options
Introduced support for both 12-hour and 24-hour time formats.
Disappearing Icons
Fixed an issue where dock icons would occasionally disappear.
App Launch Errors
Resolved some errors that occurred when launching apps from the dock.
Renamed Options
Renamed several options in settings for better clarity.
Right-Click Preferences
Added dock preferences to the right-click menu for quicker access.
Trash Can Customization
You can now customize the trash can with themes, custom icons, colors, and more...
Version 3.2
Released on November 17, 2024
App Reordering
Pinned apps can now be reordered in the dock by dragging and dropping them in the Dock Content page.
New Icon Animations
Introduced eight new hover and click animations for dock icons, along with a slider to adjust animation speed.
Redesigned Presets
Choose from new presets, including macOS, Windows, Chrome OS, or DockFix style, for quick and personalized setups.
Trash Can
Added a trash can to the dock, letting you easily access its contents and empty it.
Font Customization
Added tons of settings to customize the time label.
Background Blend
Added the option to blend the dock background with the wallpaper or app content behind it.
Larger Icons
Increased the maximum size of app icons for better visibility and aesthetics.
Dock Border
Added a setting to toggle a thin border around the dock to enhance its appearance.
Bug Fixes
Fixed various issues to improve performance and ensure a smoother experience.
Version 3.1
Released on October 27, 2024
Launchpad in Dock
Added a setting to display the Launchpad icon in the dock for quick access to all your applications.
Open Apps Indicator
Added a small dot below running apps in the dock to distinguish them from persistent apps.
Multiple Monitor Support
Added support for multiple monitors with options to show the dock on all screens or only on the main display.
Bug Fixes
Resolved various reported issues to ensure a smoother and more reliable experience.
Version 3.0
Released on October 13, 2024
Custom Dock Improvements
Reworked the custom dock for better stability and added tons of new features for enhanced customization.
App Pinning
You can now pin and remove apps from the dock, rather than only show running apps.
Replace Native Dock
DockFix can now fully replace the native macOS dock with a more customizable alternative.
Redesigned Interface
Redesigned the DockFix interface to make it cleaner and easier to navigate.
Bug Fixes
Fixed a lot of the issues that users were experiencing with version 2.0.
Version 2.0
Released on October 1, 2024
Floating Dock
Introduced the floating dock, now known as the custom dock with basic functionality and limited customization.
Redesigned User Interface
Redesigned the app to allow for the newly introduced floating dock.
Version 1.0
Released on August 18, 2024
Initial release of DockFix
The first DockFix version allowed for basic customization of the native Dock with extra features.