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Parall

Parall lets you create dedicated shortcuts that launch fully separate instances - each with its own data folder (non-sandboxed), environment variables, command-line arguments, Dock effects, and Info.plist parameter overrides. You can also add an optional menu bar icon for any shortcut so the app is always available from the menu bar while it is running. Create file, folder, and command-line shortcuts right in the Dock, and pick any app or file to extract a custom icon.

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Add a menu bar icon for any appRun Multiple App InstancesSeparate data per shortcutNative macOS appmacOS 10.11 or newer

Included in Parall

  • Create independent app instances
  • Add optional menu bar icons for any shortcut while the target app is running
  • Set separate data folders for supported non-sandboxed apps
  • Run command-line tools from the Dock with custom arguments and environment variables
  • Create file and folder shortcuts that open in their default app
  • Apply per-shortcut Dock effects and animations
  • Advanced Info.plist parameter overrides for each shortcut (for experienced users)
  • No background services or telemetry
  • No Electron or bundled Chrome engine
  • No system or app file modifications
  • WhatsApp support with notifications, unread badges, and optional menu bar background mode
  • Supports multiple browsers and apps
  • Can run separate Philips Hue Sync instances with separate app data for different display setups
  • Define custom environment variables per shortcut
  • Advanced HOME override for non-sandboxed apps with containerized structure
  • Mac App Store Family Sharing
  • Privacy-first design
  • Extract icons from any app or file for custom shortcuts
  • Draw labels on top of shortcut icons
  • Control full screen menu bar behavior for supported Chrome based browsers
  • Experimental control of Dock icon visibility
  • Customize menu bar icon appearance (scale, grayscale, template mask)
  • Limited iOS/iPadOS app shortcuts (no data separation or dedicated Dock icon)

DockLock Plus

DockLock Plus keeps your Dock fixed on the screen you choose - no more jumping between monitors. Includes Apple Shortcuts support, CLI, and Raycast integration

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Lifetime LicenseDock Automation FeaturesmacOS 11 or newer
  • Lock the Dock to a chosen monitor
  • Hide Dock during meetings / screen sharing
  • Define which monitors allow the Dock movement
  • Hold a key (modifier) to temporarily move the Dock
  • Auto-relocate Dock after wakeup and screen change
  • Mac App Store Family Sharing
  • Sandboxed app (Mac App Store supported)
  • Support for Apple Shortcuts (control with Siri)
  • URL scheme control (docklockplus://)
  • External scripting and automation
  • Menu commands / manual relocation
  • Official Raycast extension support