I've been thinking about tweaks and the need that most Windows users feel to get the best out of what they have and I am not talking only about pure performance here. The visual part seems to be extremely important for most of them and you would be amazed to know how many switched from Windows XP to Vista just because that shiny new interface. Now what if I would tell you that switching from Windows (XP or Vista it doesn't matter) to Mac OS X can be done for free in only a few minutes?
RocketDock is an application launcher developed by PolyVector and Skunkie of Punk Labs, working with artist Zachary Denton, for Windows that provides a dock similar to that of the Mac OS X Aqua GUI. It is freely available under a Creative Commons license and is distributed by Punk Labs (previously called Punk Software). Icons and skins of order to Mac-like using RocketDock the Windows.Windows を RocketDock を使って Mac 風にする為の アイコンとスキン. RocketDock can be placed on top or on the side of the screen, and can disappear when not used yet be handily accessible through a hover of the mouse. It also features more different style options (skins) than anybody would know what to do with. Version tested: 1.2.5. Download latest version on the developer’s download page. Mac OS X Rocketdock CREDITS: Props again to jwilco for making this great port of the OS X design for Windows 10. If you have any questions, suggestions or comments or if you want to show off your new desktop, drop them below. RocketDock 1.3.5 is the legendary quick-launch bar by Punk Labs. Download this tool and revolutionize your Windows task bar with the plethora of add-ons and customizable settings. This program is a launcher dock for Windows operating systems modeled on the Mac OS X Aqua GUI dock. Declutter your desktop with the RocketDock easy-view icons.
Rocketdock Mac Os Mojave
I know some may call that a lie... I only call it a distorted truth because RocketDock is the program that once installed will turn your Windows PC into a Mac at least at first sight. Apart from that it will offer you a great chance to enjoy your Windows experience more than ever before and since this program is one of its kind I thought it would be a great idea bringing it into the spotlight here on PCTips3000.
While RocketDock works great with a desktop full of icons it would be a good idea to disable the Windows desktop and keep only this dock if you really want to feel as close as possible to using Mac OS X... but not doing it!
Just one suggestion - you should get the Stacks Docklet in place to fully enjoy this software gem and feel like using Mac OS X. Other than that... it's about choosing your favorite icons skins wallpapers - all available on RocketDock.com and have a lot of fun in the process of course.
At last here's some useful info you should keep in mind before saying 'I don't really need such a thing!' and leaving: RocketDock is available in over 50 languages and can be easily translated allows real-time window previews in Vista minimizing windows to the dock and doesn't kill your computer even if you're still having an older machine with Windows XP and 512 MB of memory. Oh... did I tell you that it's completely free to download and use? ;)
Unfortunately Windows XP x64 Edition Windows Vista 64-bit Editions as well as alternate shells are not supported... but you can't have it all so better be happy with what you get!
Developer(s) | Punk Labs |
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Stable release | |
Platform | Microsoft Windows |
Type | Dock |
License | Creative Commons |
Website | RocketDock |
RocketDock is an application launcher developed by PolyVector and Skunkie of Punk Labs, working with artist Zachary Denton, for Windows that provides a dock similar to that of the Mac OS XAquaGUI. It is freely available under a Creative Commons license and is distributed by Punk Labs (previously called Punk Software).
RocketDock is able to show live updates of minimized windows as in Mac OS X, and in Windows Vista it can show live thumbnail updates on the taskbar. It is compatible with MobyDock, ObjectDock, RK Launcher, and Y'z Dock skins, and is compatible with and borrows from Stardock ObjectDock's publicly published Docklet API.
The Rocketdock gallery had a thriving community where users could upload and share skins, icons, docklets, wallpapers and other customisation resources. However, Punklabs closed the Rocketdock gallery (RocketDock.com) on 6 August 2018, allowing only RocketDock itself to remain available to download from PunkLabs.com.
See also[edit]
Rocketdock Mac Os Skin
References[edit]
- Seth Rosenblatt, (5 December 2007), CNET editors' review, CNet
- Preston Gralla, Editorial Review of RocketDock, PC World