Enhance your Mac workflow with intuitive window management tools that bring the best Windows features to macOS. Free and open-source.
Preview all your windows directly from the dock
DockDoor brings Windows-style previews to macOS. Hover over any application in your dock to see all open windows for that app. Click the window you want or use the controls to manage windows without changing focus.
Switch between windows with a familiar interface
Switch between open windows just like on Windows. Press Option+Tab (Alt+Tab) to bring up the window switcher that shows live previews of all open windows. Finally bring the familiar Windows experience to your Mac.
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Quickly close windows without switching focus by middle-clicking on their preview. Perfect for cleaning up your workspace while staying in your current application.
Drag and drop windows between applications directly from dock previews. Effortlessly organize your workspace without the need to switch contexts.
Clear your workspace instantly with one click. Hover over an app icon to access options to close or minimize all windows for that application.
Customize DockDoor to match your workflow preferences
Customize every aspect of DockDoor to fit your needs
Configure startup behavior, hotkeys, and general appearance options.
Customize the look and feel of previews, colors, and visual effects.
Choose which applications and windows show up in previews and Alt+Tab.
Get help, report issues, and learn more about DockDoor.
Get a better view of your windows with large preview option
Enable larger previews for a more detailed view of window contents. Perfect for dealing with multiple similar windows or for users with larger displays.
Free and open-source software for macOS 13 and newer.
DockDoor is developed and maintained by independent developers. Your support helps us continue improving the app.
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Save your perfect window arrangement, restore it instantly
Drag previews to edges for auto-snap to halves and thirds
Track window usage, app switching patterns, focus time
Different layouts for coding, design, meetings
Get answers to common questions about DockDoor.
Yes, DockDoor is completely free and open-source. You can download and use it without paying anything. If you find it useful, consider supporting development by making a donation or contributing to the project on GitHub.
DockDoor works with most standard macOS applications. However, some applications using non-standard window management (like Electron apps or apps with custom UI frameworks) might have limited functionality. We're constantly improving compatibility with various applications.
DockDoor is designed to be lightweight and efficient. It has minimal impact on system performance and memory usage. The app runs in the background and only activates when needed, preserving your Mac's resources for other tasks.
You can customize keybindings in DockDoor's preferences. Open the app, click on the menu bar icon, select Open Settings, and navigate to the General tab. Scroll all the way down, click to Show Advanced Settings and find the keybind section. From there, you can change the default Option+Tab combination to any key combination that works for you.
You can contribute to DockDoor in several ways:
Visit our GitHub repository for more information on how to contribute.
Intuitive Controls
Window controls exactly where you need them
DockDoor adds intuitive window controls to each preview. Close, minimize, or maximize windows with just one click, without having to switch focus.