MacBook Dock

I remove apps on my dock that i don't usually use, how can i make it back to default?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.2

Posted on Feb 18, 2021 5:10 PM

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3 replies

Feb 18, 2021 5:27 PM in response to ethanfrombacoor

i'm not sure if you can restore the default apps that were on your dock, but you can open finder then drag and drop any apps from your applications folder onto your dock.

Feb 18, 2021 5:23 PM in response to jeffreythefrog

oooh okay that's a nice tip, thank youu!

Feb 18, 2021 5:27 PM in response to ethanfrombacoor

you're welcome.

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