A significant update has been released for the popular GNOME Shell extension, Dash to Panel, which now includes new settings to transform from Dash to Panel into a dock-style mode. Previously, users looking for a dock aesthetic had to resort to workarounds or switch to different extensions, but this new update streamlines that process.
Users can now easily adjust the extension’s settings to create a dynamic dock by enabling dynamic panel length, adjusting panel padding and icon size, modifying margins for a floating effect, and setting a border radius for that polished dock look.
In addition to the dock functionality, the update introduces several new features. One noteworthy inclusion is a window management approach reminiscent of the Unity desktop’s ‘app spread’ feature. This lets users click on app icons that have multiple windows open, displaying a window spread in the GNOME Overview. This mode is designed to improve usability, allowing for easier identification of the desired window.
Other enhancements include:
- Notification badges on app icons to alert users of unread notifications.
- A ‘grayscale’ option to desaturate panel icons.
- The ability to customize context menu shortcuts by editing, removing, or adding them.
- Improved consistency in per-monitor settings across X11 and Wayland.
Users looking to experience the latest features of Dash to Panel can obtain it from the GNOME Extensions website or via the Extension Manager desktop app. The extension is compatible with GNOME 3.18 and later versions, making it accessible for many Ubuntu users.
For more information or to install the Dash to Panel, visit GNOME Extensions.