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Dev tools · May 22, 2025

DockFlow – Switch between multiple macOS Dock layouts instantly

I built DockFlow after constantly rearranging my macOS Dock when switching between coding, designing, or writing tasks. macOS only supports one Dock layout, and every context switch felt like wasted time and broken focus. DockFlow solves this by letting you save multiple Dock presets and switch between them instantly, all without complex setup or bloat. Key features: - Save and switch between multiple Dock configurations - Assign custom hotkeys to change layouts instantly - Add apps, folders, files, or links to your Dock - Insert visual spacers to group items - Lightweight and macOS-native…

DockFlow – Switch between multiple macOS Dock layouts instantly launched on May 22, 2025 with 65 votes, #592 of 7,905 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.

In plain words

DockFlow lets macOS users save and switch between multiple Dock configurations instantly using custom hotkeys. Designed for people who frequently switch between different work contexts—such as coding, designing, or writing—it eliminates the time spent manually rearranging the Dock for each task. The tool supports adding apps, folders, files, and links, includes visual spacers for organization, and integrates with CLI tools and Shortcuts. It is lightweight, requires no special permissions, and works on macOS 13.5 and above.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

From the sources

Save and switch macOS Dock presets instantly with DockFlow. Permanent licenses include one year of updates, with no subscription.

Whether you're coding, designing, or jumping between tasks, DockFlow helps you switch into the right workflow instantly. One-time setup, lifetime productivity. In the app, enter a name like 'Design' and click 'Save Current Dock.' The core is simple. But if you want more, DockFlow's got your back. Set hotkeys to switch instantly. Choose between hotkeys, key sequence or multi press Folders, Files, or website links. All personalized to each preset. Define how apps launch. Open your IDE with a project, or switch browser profiles. Connects with Apple Shortcuts. Add it to your existing workflows easily. Activate Focus Mode. Dock switches. Apps launched. Ready to work. Lock…from dockflow.appitstudio.com

In the maker’s words, at launch

I built DockFlow after constantly rearranging my macOS Dock when switching between coding, designing, or writing tasks. macOS only supports one Dock layout, and every context switch felt like wasted time and broken focus. DockFlow solves this by letting you save multiple Dock presets and switch between them…

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