Whether launching apps or switching between open apps, the Dock makes the task super easy. For a personalized experience, the app launcher also provides lots of customization. For example, you can hide/show the Dock, change its position and even resize it according to your needs. In this article, I will show you how you can quickly resize the Dock on Mac.
How to Resize Mac Dock: 2 Quick Methods Explained
There are two ways to adjust the size of the Dock on macOS. One way is to use mouse/trackpad while the other way is to use Dock Preferences. If you want to instantly fine-tune the appearance of the app launcher, go with the first method.
However, if you prefer to adjust the size with a slider, going to Dock Preferences would be the right way to go. Thanks to a handy trick, you can dive into the settings of the application launcher in just a few clicks. So, tweaking the app launcher doesn’t seem like a tedious task.
Resize Mac Dock Using Mouse or Trackpad
- To get started, simply hover your mouse pointer over vertical divider on the dock. You can find the vertical separator between app icons and file shortcuts.
2. that moment place the mouse pointer in the right place, it will turn into a spin arrow.
3. Now, if you want Increase the size of the Dockhold down the trackpad button/primary mouse and then drag it away from the Dock.
4. If you want to reduce the size of your Mac Dock, drag the pointer towards the edge of the Dock.
Note that there is a limit to how big/small the Dock can be. So it doesn’t increase/decrease when it reaches the maximum size allowed.
Resize Mac Dock Using System Preference
Adjusting the size of the macOS Dock using System Preference is just as simple.
- Simply, right click/control click In an empty area of the Dock. Be sure to click near the dividing line.
2. Now, menu will appear with multiple options. click Dock Preferences.
3. Next, Size slider To resize the Dock perfectly. Drag the slider to the left to reduce the size of the app launcher. And drag it to the right to increase its size. After tweaking, exit System Preferences.
Easily Customize Dock on Mac
That is all! So you can resize the Dock on your Mac. Now that you know how this little but nifty trick works, make the most of it to keep the app launcher’s look suitable for your needs.
By the way, what is your opinion of the Dock in general and macOS Big Sur in particular? Share your feedback and the types of improvements you would like to see in the app launcher.
