Ubuntu 20.04, featuring the GNOME desktop environment, provides users with a variety of customization options. While the Ubuntu Dock offers quick access to applications, some users may prefer a cleaner desktop without it. This guide will walk you through disabling the Ubuntu Dock using both the graphical user interface (GUI) and the command line.
Disable Dock from GUI
Open the
Extensions app. Click on Activities in the top-left corner of the screen and type Extensions into the search bar.
In the Extensions app, locate the Ubuntu Dock extension. Ensure that the main Extensions toggle at the top is switched to On.
Disable the Ubuntu Dock by switching its toggle button to Off. This action will remove the dock from your desktop immediately.
With the dock disabled, your desktop will have a cleaner appearance.
You can re-enable the dock at any time by switching the toggle back to On in the Extensions app.
Disable Dock from Command Line
Install the GNOME Shell Extensions package, which includes the necessary tools to manage extensions. Open the terminal and run:
sudo apt install gnome-shell-extensionsgnome-extensions versiongnome-extensions list
gnome-extensions disable [email protected]This command will immediately remove the dock from your desktop. To re-enable the dock, use:
gnome-extensions enable [email protected]By following these methods, you can customize your Ubuntu 20.04 desktop to suit your preferences, either through the GUI or the command line.
