DOCK File Extension

What is DOCK file?

DOCK is a file extension commonly associated with DragThing Dock files. TLA Systems Ltd. defined the DragThing Dock format standard. DOCK file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS system platform. DOCK file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling DOCK files is Mac OS X, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Apple, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theMac OS X software, but also about DOCK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DOCK file extension

The following listing features DOCK-compatible programs. DOCK files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with DOCK extension?

Problems with accessing DOCK may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to DragThing Dock files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Mac OS X

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DOCK files is that no program that can handle DOCK files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Mac OS X or one of the recommended programs (for example, DragThing) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Mac OS X installed is by going to developer’s website (Apple, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Mac OS X

If the problems with opening DOCK files still occur even after installing Mac OS X, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Mac OS X is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why DOCK files are not compatible with Mac OS X. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Mac OS X.

Step 3. Associate DragThing Dock files with Mac OS X

After installing Mac OS X (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DOCK files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DOCK file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Mac OS X is installed, check the Always use this app to open DOCK files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DOCK file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with DOCK extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the DOCK file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper DOCK file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the DOCK in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the DOCK is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the DOCK file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. DOCK file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with DOCK extension is complete and error-free

If the DOCK file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DOCK extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the DragThing Dock file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Mac OS X

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DOCK extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with DragThing Dock files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DOCK files affecting older versions of given software.

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