Modoki

Modoki is a utility app for macOS that lets you create multiple custom Dock layouts and have them switch automatically. You set up different Docks for different tasks—like one for work with your coding and design apps, and another for personal use with your messaging and entertainment apps. The app then ties these layouts to your macOS Focus modes. When you switch from 'Work' to 'Personal' Focus, your Dock instantly changes to show only the apps you need for that context, reducing on-screen clutter.

The tool works by integrating directly with Apple's built-in system features. You create and name your layouts, then assign each one to a specific Focus mode. It also supports manual control through customizable keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to switch Docks instantly without changing your Focus. What makes it stand out is its simplicity and deep system integration; it's a lightweight app that runs quietly in the background without consuming significant resources. It's a one-time purchase with a focus on privacy, as all your data stays locally on your Mac.

This app is ideal for Mac power users, developers, designers, and anyone who multitasks between different project types. A writer could have a 'Writing' Focus Dock with their word processor and research tools, then switch to a 'Communication' Dock for Slack and email. It eliminates the manual hassle of constantly rearranging or hiding apps, making it a straightforward tool for maintaining a organized digital workspace.