Cairo-Dock

What is Cairo-Dock?

The Cairo-Dock is an animated application launch bar designed to enhance the visual appeal and functionality of any Linux desktop. Featuring a customizable, Mac OS X-inspired interface, this dock provides a seamless and efficient way to access frequently used applications. Leveraging the power of compositing managers such as Compiz-Fusion, Beryl, Compiz, and Xcompmgr, the dock offers eye-catching animations and transitions, creating an engaging and visually appealing user experience. Notably, the Cairo-Dock is also capable of running without a composite manager, utilizing fake transparency to maintain its captivating aesthetic. This versatility allows users to enjoy the dock's features across a wide range of desktop environments, including GNOME, KDE, and XFCE

Highlights

• Animated application launch bar with customizable, Mac OS X-inspired interface
• Compatibility with popular compositing managers for enhanced visual effects
• Ability to run without a composite manager using fake transparency
• Support for multiple desktop environments, including GNOME, KDE, and XFCE