The Shy Dock
Auto-hides your macOS Dock on laptop; returns when an external monitor is connected
Free - Free to download from GitHub. Requires macOS 14.5+.
About The Shy Dock
The Shy Dock is a tiny macOS menu bar utility that automatically hides the Dock when you’re using your laptop alone and brings it back as soon as an external monitor is connected. It’s lightweight, minimal, and configurable via a simple settings window — no bloat or extra features. Distributed via a GitHub release and requires macOS 14.5+. Ideal for users who want a cleaner laptop screen without manually toggling Dock visibility.
Key Features
- Auto-hides the Dock when on laptop alone
- Automatically restores the Dock when an external monitor is connected
- Tiny menu bar app with a simple settings window
- No-frills, lightweight utility distributed via GitHub release
Who is this for?
Mac laptop users who use external monitors and prefer a minimal, automated Dock behavior to reduce distractions.
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FreeFree to download from GitHub. Requires macOS 14.5+.
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