DragThing for Mac

By TLA Systems
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Key Details of DragThing

Alternative dock application.
Last updated on November 23, 2016
There have been 6 updates
Virus scan status:
Clean (it’s extremely likely that this software program is clean)

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffNovember 23, 2016

Like LaunchBar, Fruitmenu, and Default Folder, this popular and well-tested shareware GUI-enhancer has become an indispensable addition to OS X for many users. DragThing exists to make getting to things on your Mac--files, folders, apps, disks, URLs, and windows--quick and easy. Inveterate interface tweakers love DragThing because you can create multiple docks (like the OS X Dock) that can be almost infinitely configured to suit your specific situation. Plus, you can save snippets, define tons of hot keys, and perform quite a few neat OS tricks (like putting a Trash back on your desktop).

If you don't like bells and whistles, DragThing might not be your thing--it's arguably nothing but bells and whistles, and the preferences can be a little overwhelming to new users. But if you like to have your OS X experience just so, few apps can help you better. This latest update adds support for Snow Leopard, a new dock theme ("Marble"), an option to highlight 32-bit apps, and more.

What’s new in version 5.9.17

Fixed a problem with badges on application icons not showing.
Fixed a problem loading colour sets.
Fixed a problem opening links in the Help menu.

DragThing for Mac

By TLA Systems
Trial version
User Rating

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: November 23, 2016

Latest update: November 23, 2016

Version: 5.9.17

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Mac

Operating System

OS X 10.11
Mac OS X
Mac OS X 10.7
OS X 10.9
OS X 10.10
OS X 10.8

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 8,702

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

4.7/5

102 User Votes

Good, functional program with a few shortcomings
nhoj111July 30, 2012
Pros
Can be configured to add a windows-style doc or taskbar.
Cons
Cannot drag icons into folders on the windows dock (ironically, given the name of the program). The windows dock has "false" windows (eg shows an empty Microsoft Word window, along with the one or two open file windows, thus cluttering the dock with non-functional window tabs). Too expensive for what it offers. But I'm grateful it is there . . .
Summary
First Class Utility
glenmac45October 30, 2011
Pros
Makes it ridiculously easy to arrange and access programs, files or folders. Wonderful organisation tool.
Cons
It's so controllable that any irritations can be avoided
Summary
Been using it for years and still happy with it.
Simple, quick, intuitive - essential
julian5--2008May 18, 2010
Pros
Flexible. Does exactly what you think and want
Cons
Settings can be confusing
Summary
I have used it all the time and it beats the heck out of Apple's annoying dock.
Works great
ALUCARDOMay 16, 2010
Pros
Reliability
Cons
Nothing at all
Summary
Nice piece of work
friendlier than the Dock! together they are wonderful
peterlemerJanuary 19, 2010
Pros
one movement, one click, one more movement and I'm where I want to be. Navigation city!
Cons
there isn't anything I don't like :-)
Summary
It allows me to switch between applications with a minimum of actions - it's slick, easy to use, and easy to customise, but tbh, once I set it up over the first week or so, I haven't had to touch it since. It's a good friend
Use it every day
maxm7--2008November 13, 2009
Pros
Can run with out it. terrific, excellent support, respons or fix within hours, you can customize it wit endless tweaks.
Cons
None that I can report
Summary
Using it for years
Effficiency in sorting out documents and applications
14midiNovember 12, 2009
Pros
It offers more storage space for both applications and documents than Apple's dock
Cons
nothing really
Summary
Great application. I use it everyday.
pjdevittNovember 12, 2009
Pros
I get to keep my most used applications, documents and utilities close at hand.
Cons
The buttons to minimize the application do not comport with the Mac interface rule.
Summary
It is worth the money.
This is what the Dock should be.
G2G2G2G2September 21, 2009
Pros
This keeps your apps close at hand and makes it easy to go right to what you want. You can customize it to your liking and it does things that the dock could never do.
Cons
What's not to like?
Summary
This is an app that I use all the time I'm using my Mac. I don't see why Apple hasn't incorporated it into the OS. It's so common sense.
Outstanding product!
eitJune 1, 2007
Pros
Cons
Summary
This review was originally posted on VersionTracker.com.<br />I purchased a license for DragThing for our Agencies Mac Systems and everyone loves it. This program is so useful, full of many features and always works. I highly recommend it to everyone. I wish more developers would be as responsive and productive as this one is! Tops in all categories. Worth much more than what it costs!

Developer’s Description

Alternative dock application.

The original dock designed to tidy up your Macintosh desktop. It puts all your documents, folders, and applications just a single click away. Highly flexible, it allows multiple docks, each customized to suit your exact needs.