How to Change Dock Position in Ubuntu Linux

The Ubuntu Linux Dock lets you change its position from the default left side to the bottom or right of your screen.

The Dock is your main tool for opening apps, showing your favorite programs and the ones you are currently using. It often sits on the left.

You can move it to make your computer workspace more comfortable and efficient. This is much easier in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and newer versions.

How to align the Dock to the left, right, or Bottom in Ubuntu Linux

You can change the Dock position in Ubuntu Linux to the left, right, or bottom of your screen. Open the main System Settings panel, where Ubuntu keeps most of its configuration tools, and find the Dock settings to make your preferred change.

Here’s how to align the Dock in Ubuntu Linux.

Ubuntu Linux stores most settings in the System Settings panel. This panel contains system configurations, user management, and updates. To open System Settings, navigate to the Activities overview and type ‘Settings’. Alternatively, click the System menu in your desktop’s top-right corner, then select Settings.

To get to System Settings, open the Activities overview and start typing Settings.

Alternatively, click on the System menu at the top-right corner of the top bar on your desktop.

On the System menu, select Settings, as highlighted below.

In the Settings app, click on the Appearance tile.

That should do it! You can now close the Settings app.

Conclusion:

• In Ubuntu Linux, the default position for the Dock is left-aligned, but users can easily change it to the Bottom or right through the system settings.
• The Appearance tile in the System Settings allows users to select the Dock position on the screen and customize the desktop environment to their preference.
• Changing the Dock position to the Bottom, left, or right can improve the user experience for those accustomed to having the app launcher in a different location on the screen.