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Docky

Docky is a full fledged dock application that makes opening common applications and managing...

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Docky is a full fledged dock application that makes opening common applications and managing windows easier and quicker. Docky is fully integrated into the GNOME Desktop and features a no non-sense approach to configuration and usage. It just works.

Some of Docky's amazing features include themes, plugins, 4 different hiding modes, advanced indicators, zeitgeist integration, and window management. More Info »

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Docky was added by mikes-rus in Jan 2010 and the latest update was made in Aug 2017. The list of alternatives was updated Apr 2019 There is a history of all activites on Docky in our Activity Log. It's possible to update the information on Docky or report it as discontinued, duplicated or spam.

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Docky Comments

mono though

Comment by UncleNinja

about Docky · Jul 2011 · Helpful Not helpful -1 Helpful Report as spam

Then again, it is mono. :C

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Comment by UncleNinja

about Docky · Jun 2011 · Helpful Not helpful -2 Helpful Report as spam

Perfect! Simple and lightweight (coughAWNcough) yet powerful! You can drag stuff on and off of it and everything (coughAWNcough)!

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