How do I open the DockLock Pro menu? Click the app menu bar icon to access settings and options.
Can I quit the app if I no longer need it? Yes, right-click the menu bar icon and select Quit DockLock.
Compatibility
Does DockLock Pro work when macOS option "Displays have separate Spaces" disabled?No, it needs to be enabled for this app to function.
Does DockLock Pro work in auto-hide mode? Yes, but at least one display must allow Dock movement, or the Dock may not appear at all.
Does DockLock Pro support left or right Dock positions? No, DockLock only works when the Dock is at the bottom of the screen.
Does DockLock Pro work with any number of displays? Yes! The app supports as many external monitors as macOS allows, but you need at least two.
Settings & Behavior
My Dock jumps to a screen I don't want it to? Check the "Allow Dock to Jump To" menu item in the app's tray icon and uncheck the screen where you don't want the Dock to move. The list of allowed screens is saved separately for each unique display configuration and combination.
Are my settings saved when I restart DockLock Pro? Yes, your allowed display preferences are saved and restored when you relaunch the app.
Can I temporarily disable DockLock Pro without quitting the app? Yes! Click the app menu bar icon and toggle Lock Dock Position off.
What happens if I disable all allowed displays? If auto-hide mode is enabled, the Dock may not appear unless you allow at least one display for movement.
Can I make the app start automatically on login? Yes! Enable Auto-Start in the settings.
Security & System
Does DockLock Pro modify system files? No, DockLock Pro does not patch or modify any system files. It relies on macOS Accessibility API, which requires user permission.
Why does DockLock Pro need Accessibility permissions? DockLock Pro monitors Dock movement and prevents unwanted changes, which requires Accessibility access.
Will DockLock Pro work with future macOS updates? DockLock Pro is actively maintained, and future updates will ensure compatibility with the latest macOS versions.
Does DockLock Pro require disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP)? No, DockLock Pro does not require disabling System Integrity Protection (SIP). The app does not modify or patch any system files. It operates entirely within macOS’s Accessibility API, which requires user permission but does not compromise system security.