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- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows Vista, Windows XP
- Date added: November 05, 2009
- Total Downloads: 7,718,792
- Downloads last week: 39,716
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 568 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
Jealous of that slick Mac interface? Check out ObjectDock, a free utility that replaces the Windows Taskbar with a colorful, animated dock similar to the taskbar in Mac OS X.
ObjectDock displays icons for currently running applications and can hold quick-launch icons for your favorite programs. As you pass the cursor over each icon, ObjectDock magnifies it and displays relevant information, helping you find what you need even when you're running several programs at once. An attractive clock rounds out the toolbar. The tiny utility comes with a dozen attractive skins, and users with slow computers can reduce the animation quality to increase speed.
There is one major drawback: the lack of a system tray. There is a free, imperfect docklet plug-in available from a third-party provider that valiantly tries to remedy the problem, although it's a bit buggy. You can also upgrade to the Plus edition for $20, which includes system tray support, tabbed docks, support for multiple docks and multiple monitors, and other features.
If you're dissatisfied with the Windows Taskbar or just want to spice up your Desktop, ObjectDock makes a very good, no-risk choice.
Publisher's description
From Stardock :ObjectDock acts both as a task manager and a program launcher. Users can customize the look of each item on the dock and set various animation options for when the mouse rolls over an item on the dock. The program is very easy to configure.
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 4.1 stars out of 568 votes
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Version: ObjectDock 1.90 build 536
Pros: I use it every day.
Cons: None. I haven't had any trouble with it.
Summary: A great and useful application.
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Version: ObjectDock 1.90 build 536
Pros: Just only one click, You can open the page and customize it . Got style and look. It;s a useful program.
Cons: Never try in window 7 and I just want to try it
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Version: ObjectDock 1.90 build 536
Pros: Very responsive, useful and fast.
Cons: I have trouble switching from window to window. and if i were to lock my windows tool bar, there is no way i can track what program is actually running behind the screen.
Summary: If u have any solution to this, do email me at ianbonchets@hotmail.com.
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Version: ObjectDock 1.90 build 536
Pros: This product is one of the best, most versatile products I've ever known and used. I've used this program for years and find it extremely useful to launch programs and be able to switch from program to program with speed and ease.
Cons: So far I have not found any downsides to having and using this product.
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Version: ObjectDock 1.90 build 536
Pros: Like the Mac style look. Quick access and easy to modify
Cons: Dockletts are not modifiable. The weather docks continue to fail. Have to restart ObjectDock to get them to work. Need access to customize.
Summary: I like it and will continue to use for now
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