macOS Shortcuts & Focus

ExtraDock supports macOS Shortcuts and Focus Filters in addition to per-dock hotkeys.

App Shortcuts

ExtraDock provides these actions to the Shortcuts app and Spotlight:

  • Show Dock

  • Hide Dock

  • Toggle Dock

  • List Docks

Use these when you want ExtraDock to be part of a larger automation, such as changing your workspace, starting a meeting setup, or showing a specific dock before opening an app.

Focus Filters

ExtraDock can show or hide selected docks when a macOS Focus mode turns on.

In macOS Focus settings, add the ExtraDock filter and choose:

  • Docks to Show — Docks that should become visible when the Focus activates

  • Docks to Hide — Docks that should be hidden when the Focus activates

This is useful for separating work, personal, creative, and presentation layouts.

Hotkeys vs Shortcuts

Use Hotkeys when you want a direct keyboard shortcut for one dock.

Use macOS Shortcuts or Focus Filters when you want ExtraDock to react as part of a broader system automation.