I’ve use many application launchers (including DockShelf, and uBar 4), but none are as fast and flexible as ActiveDock. ActiveDock is the most adaptable and useable Dock replacement I’ve had the pleasure to use. And, each version just keeps getting better!Richard Guay
www.customct.com
ActiveDock:
Customizable Dock for macOS, Application Launcher,
Window Manager/Window Switcher, Star Menu for Mac…
Problem:
Apple Dock is the command center for your Mac.
With Apple Dock you can run applications, switch between apps, open documents and links.
Unfortunately, Apple Dock lacks many useful features such as managing windows and switching between windows, appearance customizations, hiding app icons.
Solution?
Solution:
ActiveDock is a full replacement for Apple Dock with many new features.
ActiveDock allows grouping of documents and apps, quicker switching between apps and windows, managing windows right from Window Previews panel.
Also you can customize the appearance of icons and the dock itself as you need.
At the same time ActiveDock looks and behaves just like Apple Dock so you won’t need to get used to it.
It’s the same Dock, but better, and will be even better with every new version.
Advantages
Save time while working with many applications and windows
You have many running apps and windows open? Switching between them taking too much time? With the help of Window Preview you can quickly find the window you need, place it wherever you need and quickly switch to it.
Be more productive and organized
Groups and Folders can help you to organize elements by topics (design, development, copywriting) and to reduce chaos.
Fast access to applications and documents you need
Start Menu and custom icons allow you to find apps, files or folders you need, saving you time. Additionally, with Folder Views feature you will have the most important files right at hand.
Fewer distractions whilst working
Display only what’s really important and hide everything else that is not required for your current task.
Customizable appearance and custom icons for apps
With the help of custom themes, you can make your Dock unique.
Custom icon sets will not only make your Dock beautiful
but will also allow you to find the app you need faster.
Start Menu – Application Launcher
Allows you to quickly start apps, open documents and folders.


Window Previews and Window Management
With Window Previews feature you can quickly find the window you need,
switch between windows or place windows to the front of the screen.

Customizable Appearance
and Custom Icons for Apps and Folders
With the help of custom themes you can make your Dock unique.
Custom icons for apps not only make your Dock beautiful, but also allow you to find apps you need quickly.
In version 1.1 you will be able to create your own custom themes and icon sets.
Groups and Folders
Organize apps and documents into Folders and Groups.
Folder View feature allows you to add to the Dock a stack with the contents of your chosen folder for quick access.
Groups feature allows to create a virtual folder in the Dock or Start Menu with the links to any file you need.
Groups feature will be available in version 1.1.
Hiding and excluding Applications from the Dock
With ActiveDock you can exclude hidden apps from the Dock,
or add some apps to the exclude list to completely hide them from the Dock
to avoid any distractions in your work.
ActiveDock Pricing
- One License that can be used on 2 Macs
- Switch to a Standard license after 10 months
- You can cancel at any time
- One License that can be used on 2 Macs
- 60% discount for upgrading to version 2.0
- Perpetual Use License, No Expiration
- Priority Support
- One License that can be used on 5 Macs
- Perpetual Use License, No Expiration
- Free Lifetime Upgrade Guarantee
Educational Discounts